Department: Family Development & Self-Sufficiency (FaDSS)
Reports to: Family Resource Director
Primary Work Location: Remsen Office
Pay Status: Hourly
Eligible for Benefits: Yes
Work Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Hours are subject to change based on financial and program requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in a Human Service Field or Family Development Certification and 3 years of experience preferred.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ability to develop positive and trusting relationships with targeted families
Actively recruit and enroll eligible families to meet and maintain caseload requirements.
Possess excellent listening skills and problem solving skills.
Administer required assessments with enrolled families within appropriate time frames.
Assist target families in developing family plans.
Plan action steps and use strategies needed to achieve goals in appropriate time frames.
Maintain and document regular contact with all enrolled families through program exit.Maintain documentation of activities and assessments for all families throughout enrollment.Attend collaborative meetings with community partners.Systematically refer families to resources appropriate for family needs and levels of development.Insure that client data remains confidential.Establish and maintain positive partnerships with area resource providers.Responsible for completing all documentation and necessary recordkeeping within appropriate timeframes.Submit reports, time and expense sheets and special request at the assigned time.
Communicate agency philosophy and goals accurately to others.
Assist in local fund raising efforts and public appearances.
Creates and maintains positive image through office and personal appearance.
Attend staff meetings, training sessions, agency events.
Ability to complete duties with reasonable accommodation.
Any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must be willing and able to complete Family Development Certification, which includes monthly travel and overnight stay at course site.
Must complete mandatory reporter training within 6 months of hire and renew every five years.
Self-Starter
Empathy with persons who are low-income or FIP recipients.
Excellent communication skills.
Experience in providing supportive services.
Knowledge of and ability to work with community resources.
Reliable personal transportation, valid Iowa drivers license and insurance.
Complete 10 hours of professional development annually
Must be willing to work flexible hours and travel as appropriate.
Keep office areas clean and neat.
Keep equipment in good working condition.
Able to complete duties as assigned with reasonable accommodations.
Maintain confidentiality on all agency services at all times.
Must submit to Criminal History, Child Abuse and Motor Vehicle Record checks according to company policy.
Must be able to lift 10 pounds often, lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, lift over 20 pounds rarely.
Maintain professional behavior and attitude.
Respond positively to change
