Family Caseworker I

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Family Caseworker (FCW) will develop and maintain relationships with families and ensure that they receive comprehensive services throughout their participation in the program. The FCW will be the consistent link with the family from day one of placement and be in the role of case planner. The FCW, in collaboration with the clinical team, will develop and support holistic, seamless local networks of service providers, community members, and other stakeholders to assist families. The FCW shows dedication and willingness to work within the Integrated Treatment Model (ITM), supporting and carrying out the functions of the model to best serve the population. The FCW is expected to have a nonjudgmental approach that focuses on skill building and basic principles of behavior (reinforcement, extinction, blocking and shaping). The FCW is required to function as part of a team, committing to modeling pro social behavior and building positive relationships with all residents.

Position Qualifications:

Possession of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university or a New York State registered four-year college or university. Prior relevant experience in social service, mental health or child welfare field preferred. Valid driver’s license. Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural diversity. Open availability including weekends and holidays.

The Children’s Village does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee or contractor because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.