Family Support Specialist - Part Time

Family Support Specialist - Part TimeConnersville, IN2508 Western Avenue Ste E, Connersville, Indiana 47331Part-Time Starting: $27 HourlyBUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS MOREFew jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults from day one.Firefly Children & Family Alliance is currently seeking a part-time Family Support Specialist in Connersville, Indiana. In this role, you will work to provide guidance, direction and documentation of visitation for the families you will serve. You will be exposed to the Department of Children Services and the court system on occasion. You must be comfortable working evening shifts and/or weekends, and be willing and able to transport clients of all ages using your personal vehicle or the office vehicle.You Will:Family Progress - Monitoring and Coaching (70%) Complete all required documentationOversee visits between children and their parents in our visitation offices or communityHelp schedule visitsCoach collaboratively – maintaining a balance between teaching and servingProvide education and support to youth/familiesAssist youth/families in achieving their goalsAttend all required meetingsIt is understood that each employee follows and follows the professional standards as outlined by your perspective professional degree, license or agency policyPerform any other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisorCommunicate with multiple institutions related to youth/family mattersProvide transportation to youth/familiesAttend court with clients and render recommendationsService Plans / Goal Development (15%) Create goals for each familyReview goals when neededWork with other social welfare agenciesReporting (15%) Maintain case and agency paperwork according to standardsPrepare written reports for the Department of Child Services / Probation office within identified time framesYou Have:High School diploma or GED requiredSome experience in a Human Services field preferredMust be at least 21 years of ageMust have a valid driver's license and auto insurance with 6 or less points on driving record.Equal Employment Opportunity:Firefly Children & Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability.