Families Together Building Solutions Worker

Position Summary The Families Together Building Solutions (FTBS) Program is a short-term, in-home strength based solution-focused counseling, family preservation program for children and families referred by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Families have multiple problems and are in need of consistent and ongoing services which will enable them to significantly improve family functioning. The FTBS Program will provide a wide range of moderately intensive, solution-focused services to the family. Services take place in the family home. The FTBS Program provides up to 90 days of services, with an extension up to an additional 90 days. Assists in the development of service plans and coordinates services with the DHHS referring worker. Service Area: Ottawa County Hourly Wage: $17.31-$20.06 Essentials Duties and Responsibilities Provide In-home strength based training and education services to children and parents. Develop Service plans for families in collaboration with referral source. Develop emergency and safety plans for families of crisis or risk at harm to children. Completes necessary documentation and follow ups. Participates in sessions, reviews and meetings. Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to maintain confidential information. Ability to have a non-judgmental positive attitude toward families in crisis. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work in partnership with other team members and/or service providers. Ability to work with a diverse population. Ability to multi-task, organize and meet deadlines. Knowledge of brief, solution focused therapy and strength based solution focused intervention strategies. Knowledge of local resources. Recommended Employment Qualifications Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in human services or related field is required. A Master’s Degree in social work preferred. Experience: A minimum of one year of field experience with children and families with multiple problems and the overall ability to relate to and engage with the families. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: none required. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. CCWM is an equal opportunity employer, subject to all federal and state laws as applicable to a religious Agency. #J-18808-Ljbffr Catholic Charities West Michigan