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Specialist II-MAUI VOCA (PT)
Part Time Wailuku, HI, US
Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.
MISSION STATEMENT
Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.
OUR VISION
Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multicultural communities across generations.
OUR VALUES
HOPE values: H umility, O wnership, P erseverance, E ngagement
We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 16 Paid Holidays in a Year (17 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Out-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.
Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities!
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Provides services to individuals and families who are referred to the program from external agencies, internal programs, or the self-referral process. Engages individuals/ families in services. Conducts intake/assessments and develops individualized service plans and goals. Teaches and provides information on a wide variety of topics, including child development, stress management, parenting, nurturing and family life as indicated by family identified risk issues and needs. Provides linkage to community resources. Assists participants, through advocacy or concrete help, to negotiate systems to receive needed services. Provides transportation to medical, legal and social service appointments as needed and after consultation with supervisor. Ensures that the referral source is aware of families who cannot be located or who refuse services. Performs administrative tasks related to caseload such as progress notes, IPPs/service plans, mileage and miscellaneous reports in a timely manner. Maintains participant confidentiality at all times
EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Four-Year College Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency, social work, psychology, or related field. Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution required.
EXPERIENCE
Over four years, up to and including six years.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of child growth, development and behavior; positive parenting practices; case management and advocacy practices and techniques preferred.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with families of diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds and gender/sexual orientation.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
Valid driver’s license, current no-fault insurance coverage, satisfactory driver’s abstract, access to an insured vehicle.
OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS
This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license and a clear driver's abstract and continued employment may be contingent on maintaining a clear driver’s abstract.
This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions
At Child & Family Service, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence and termination.
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Worksite address
wailuku, HI, 96793, US
Who can apply
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