Family Support Worker

DCCCA Family Preservation Services Program Job Title: Family Support Worker Locations Available: Wichita, KS Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Founded in 1974, DCCCA is a strong, stable, private non-profit that has grown to 240 employees in nine locations throughout Kansas and Oklahoma. DCCCA has been accredited by the Council on Accreditation since 2007. DCCCA provides a culture in which employees are invited to learn, grow, and lead. DCCCA is recruiting for Family Support Workers. Family Preservation Services (FPS) provides intensive in-home case management services to families who have one or more children at risk of out-of-home placement or who will be at risk of out-of-home placement at birth. Family Support Workers serve an integral role in keeping Kansas families together. Successful candidates have a strong sense of ethics and place a high value on keeping families intact. We are looking for individuals that are intrinsically motivated, driven to support children and families, and quickly gain trust and rapport. If you would enjoy experiencing success and growth alongside families, please apply. You bring the compassion; we will bring the training and support. Essential Functions of the Family Support Worker: 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: connects with the family within 24 hours of referral; facilitate initial family meeting within 48 hours of referral; completes 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 regularly and timely Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements of the Family Support Worker High school diploma or equivalent, required. Two years relevant experience in behavioral health or children and family services, required. Must possess a valid Kansas Driver’s License, in force automobile liability insurance, and maintain a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that meets organization’s insurability standard as defined by DCCCA policy. Availability of reliable transportation is required for this position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities of the Family Support Worker Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with computers and Microsoft suite of products including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to efficiently operate other office equipment such as telephones, voicemail systems, copy and fax machines, and scanners. Adherence to DCCCA Values: -- We provide education and services based on research and a dedicated commitment to improving lives. -- We value the people and communities we serve by respecting their experiences and treating them with dignity and respect. -- We encourage leadership at all levels by challenging existing conditions and finding innovative ways to grow and learn. -- We deliver high quality services every day, holding ourselves accountable for our outcomes. Physical Requirements The physical demands described below are representative of what must be met to satisfy the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to: Stand, walk, sit, climb, or balance Talk, hear, taste, or smell Reach with hands and arms Use hands to finger, handle, or feel Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Move lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Travel Certain positions will require travel which may include driving personal or company-owned vehicles. Note: Even with a valid driver’s license, certain motor vehicle infractions may render individual’s ineligible to drive company-owned or personal vehicles for company business. Such infractions may also disqualify employees from continued employment with DCCCA, Inc. Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Candidates must successfully complete pre-employment drug screening, background screening, a fingerprint-based records search as needed per program requirements, and reference checks. Continued employment is contingent upon annual background screening. DCCCA is a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. DCCCA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is the policy of DCCCA to comply with all federal, state, and local laws concerning the employment of women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), in every location in which DCCCA has facilities. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and any other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Possible Opportunities for Promotion and/or Growth: Family Preservation Services Case Manager Child Placing Agency Specialist Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Education: High school or equivalent (Required) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Work Location: On the road