Family Support Services Specialist Part Time

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant . LSF is looking for a talented Family Support Services Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. Purpose & Impact Family Support Services Specialists are intended to provide assistance and support to the Case Management Organization by performing tasks such as client transportation, supervised visitation, foster parent support and any other support functions as needed. This is a direct care position. Essential Functions Use agency vehicles or personal vehicles to transport client children to and from program placements, supervised visits, medical and dental appointments. Maintain weekly Transportation Request Form. Track agency vehicle milage, service and usage. Perform placement follow-up contacts with assigned foster homes upon placement of children in those homes. Visit all assigned foster homes quarterly or more often in order to provide information and/or support. Prepare required reports and other documentation as instructed by unit supervisor. Participate in community outreach programs which shall include but are not limited to: recruitment events, foster parent meetings and support groups. Attend and participate in staff/professional trainings, meetings and supervision sessions. Other Functions Responsible to carry and maintain an agency cell phone and function "on call" in a rotation schedule, depending upon programmatic needs. Function in the community without direct supervision. Function professionally in a team setting. Other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements Ability to drive, use a phone, sit for long periods of time, and write notes as required. May fill in for clerical staff by answering agency phones, and assisting with filing. Adapt to irregular working hours, perform light lifting. Valid driver's license and appropriate auto liability insurance required. Education High School diploma, some college preferred. Experience One to three (1-3) years' experience in community service agencies preferred. Skills Must have good time management, organizational, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to function in a multi-cultural environment effectively with clients, co-workers, volunteers, government agencies and general public. Dependability, discretion and good judgement. Certified First Aid/CPR and crisis intervention. Ability to communicate effectively with clients, parents, co-workers, volunteers, governmental and other agencies and general public. Other Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs. Principal Accountabilities Reports to unit supervisor. Team player with co-workers and administrators. Accurate complete and timely submission of required documents and reports. Adherence to all licensing and quality assurance standards. Liaison to government, courts, schools and community providers. Adherence to agency policies and procedures. Must maintain confidentiality of all client information. Why work for LSF? LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within theorganization. LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC