Bilingual Family Support Specialist - IICAPS

The Village for Families and Children Job Description Annual Salary: $46,200 - $48,300 commensurate with experience. Provides intensive home based services to children at risk for psychiatric hospitalization. Services provided include individual and family therapy, parenting skills training, around the clock crisis support, extensive case management, and advocacy. IICAPS operates from a team approach and consists of a Clinician and Mental Health Counselor, both of whom participate in sessions and treatment meetings. Participates in implementation of treatment plan, modifying as appropriate during the course of service. Services provided are in collaboration with DCF, schools, and other community based providers. Team is responsible for attending Rounds and group supervision weekly and maintaining clinical documentation according to licensing, accreditation, Medicaid, and Yale requirements. Purposes of services are to stabilize the child in the home and transition to traditional outpatient services, improve family functioning, and connect the child with the community in a positive way. There is expected consultation and coordination care with Psychiatric providers if appropriate. Must maintain productivity targets determined by Service and remain current on all model training requirements.

JOB SUMMARY

The Bilingual Family Support Specialist is responsible for provision of case management, support services, mental health services to children and families, or community programs, in coordination with other agency and community services and documentation of services as required by program policies and funding sources. Provides service in the office, home or host setting, to meet the unique needs of families served.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direct services to children and their families which may include: Conducts comprehensive assessments and engagement Develops treatment plans and contracts for services Implements treatment plans, modifying it as appropriate during the course of treatment Discharge planning, which may include plans for follow up treatment and connection to community services and programs Provides case management services Works with community groups in collaborative ventures Completes clinical documentation and reports, as well as any other documentation and reports required by agency and program policies and funding sources, accurately and timely. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with other community agencies and organizations, in order to provide comprehensive and effective treatment services for clients (i.e., schools, courts, hospitals, etc.). Works as a team member with other clinical and administrative staff to respond to client and programmatic needs. Contributes to agency organizational life by participating in agency wide task forces, committees or problem solving teams as appropriate. Contributes to agency visibility and development of community linkages by representing The Village in community groups or committees, as assigned by supervisor. Experience and Skills

EDUCATION

BA in the human services field or BSW required.

EXPERIENCE

Three years’ experience in a comparable position in a human services agency preferred but not required. Excellent oral and written skills and ability to communicate comfortably with children, parents, and school personnel. Organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Flexible and able to multi-task. Cultural competency to serve targeted populations. Bilingual required . Experience working with inner-city children. Commitment to Results/Performance Based Accountability. May be required to maintain valid driver’s license and ability to drive or otherwise obtain transportation to provide services throughout the service area. Proficient with Microsoft Office and spreadsheet applications. Possess solid general computer skills. Familiarity with specific applications used by The Village a plus. Job Benefits As a Village employee, you should feel confident that your health and well-being is one of our highest priorities. The Village offers a comprehensive flexible benefits package designed to aid in the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents. The Village for Families and Children is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Village For Families & Children