Family Support Worker Kansas City

Family Support Worker Kansas City

Full-Time

Position Overview:

- Provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and families during the referral period
- Delivers culturally competent services using a strengths-based approach to children and families consistent with the evidence-based practice models
- Meets DCF timelines to connect with the family within 24 hours of referral; facilitate initial family meeting within 48 hours of referral; complete assessment-based case plan within in 20 days of referral; case closure within 3- 6 months of referral
- Provides support and resources to family in Nutrition, Hygiene, Household and Time Management, Home and Child Safety, Basic Parenting, Transportation, Problem Solving and Communication
- Meets with family in the home weekly to monitor family progress towards their case plan goals and assesses each child's safety
- Remains current on the availability of community resources and assists all families in obtaining assistance
- Works closely with the Case Manager to provide services for the family and make decisions about child well-being
- Documents case activities, information weekly
Requirements include:

- A high school diploma or equivalent is required
- Requires a minimum two years relevant experience in behavioral health or children/family services;
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Must pass pre-employment background checks, fingerprinting, reference checks and drug screening

EOE