PRN Family Support Specialist - Georgetown

WORK WITH STARRYSTARRY Vision: STARRY is a beacon of hope and transformation.STARRY Mission: STARRY partners with individuals, families, and communities to provide accessible, innovative, and impactful human services.STARRY Core Values Service | Access | Partnership | Innovation | Excellence | WellbeingSTARRY is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a 20+ year history of transformational programming forthose looking to join a rewarding journey of service. Our policy is to not to keep unsolicited resumes on file.A criminal history affidavit is required for candidates applying to positions at STARRY.STARRY is an equal opportunity employer.STARRY provides a core-values-driven array of benefits, demonstrating that we care for the holistic needs of our staff and their work/life balance. Most of our benefits are available to part-time and full-time staff.Unlimited PTO (part-time and full-time staff)Flexible Schedules (part-time and full-time staff)Bereavement Leave (part-time and full-time staff)Holiday Pay (part-time and full-time staff)401k (part-time and full-time staff) with industry leading employer matchingMileage Reimbursement (part-time and full-time staff)Family Bonding Leave for new moms and dads (part-time and full-time staff)Health, Dental, Vision (full-time staff)About The RoleThis is a PRN (as-needed) opportunity—perfect for someone who is passionate about supporting families but needs flexibility. PRN staff are called upon to provide services when there is increased demand, coverage needs, or special events. While hours may vary week to week, you’ll play an important part in ensuring families receive timely and compassionate support when they need it most.Position SummaryWork with families in the community meeting FAYS or Universal Prevention eligibility:0-17 years of age; Runaway youth (either currently or threatening); Truant youth;Abused child (experiencing abuse, insufficient for DFPS case); At-risk youth for other behavioral problem; Youth involved in deferred prosecution with juvenile probation; Youth placed in residential care for family conflict to reunify family.What You'll DoRead and respond to office and agency emails and reports (all correspondence)Attend meetings (within & outside the agency)Travel to satellite locations, as neededMaintain accurate mileage recordsComplete monthly statistical sheets with outcome measuresComputer skills to organize materials, narratives, correspondence, etc.Obtain initial psychosocial assessment information and incorporate into client’s plan of serviceMeet service goals of at least 15 sessions per week, billable hours (unless otherwise specified by supervisor due to travel to remote areas or other office obligations)Maintain a caseload of a minimum of 20 clients receiving weekly and/or biweekly services (as assigned by supervisor)Coordinate with all school districts within the service areaInform community of STARRY Program (Outreach)Generate an individualized plan of service for each clientComplete accurate case notes within 48 hours of providing service to clientsServe as a resource to the client and family to achieve plan of service goalsComplete all required trainings, including but not limited to HIPAA, Crisis Intervention, Cultural Humility, Reporting Child Abuse, TBRI and other Evidence-Based CurriculumsMaintain documentation for standards and contract compliance (progress notes for each substantial client contact)Maintain confidentiality of clientsProvide sessions two evenings a week and participate in weekend events as neededUtilize approved evidence-based and promising practicesConduct groups within the guidelines of contractProvide in-person crisis intervention services as neededProvide group, individual and family sessionsUtilize healthy coping skills to reduce secondary traumaUse ethical decision-making and seek guidance and supervision, as neededQualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.Experience: One year experience in related area.Approved criminal background report.Able to satisfy all applicable requirements and DFPS standard requirementsGood problem solving and decision-making skillsCapable of maintaining a flexible work scheduleMust be self-motivated with good organization and time management skillsCommitment to Trauma-Informed CareMust possess good written, verbal, social media, and electronic communication skillsAble to organize, file, and retrieve informationFlexible and adaptable, able to make changes as needed to meet expectationsVery strong attention to detailAble to operate office machines (e.g. copy, telephone, transcriber, fax)Must be computer literate with ability to maintain records electronicallyMust be self-motivated with good organizational and time management skillsStrong commitment to the mission and vision of STARRYOther: Reliable transportation