Family Support Counselor

3 months ago

Fort Lauderdale, United States Kids in Distress Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of families and children in need? Join our team at Kids In Distress as a full-time Family Support Counselor in Fort Lauderdale. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with families, providing guidance, support, and resources to help them thrive.

You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, a matching 401(k) plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Competitive Salary, Holiday Pay, and Paid Vacation Time. In addition, you will receive a SIGN-ON INCENTIVE OF 40 HOURS OF VACATION TIME OFF AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF YOUR 90 DAYS PROBATIONARY PERIOD, TO BE TAKEN WITHIN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT.

As a Family Support Counselor you will make the initial family assessment, case plan, and discharge report and all documentation required on your caseload. You will also make referrals to a variety of agencies for the family for follow-up services. Specific responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Make face-to-face contact with the family in the family's home at least once a week.
  • Complete a family assessment to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the family unit.
  • Develop a family preservation plan (case plan) that describes the behavior a family must exhibit to keep the child safe from further harm and/or strengthen the family.
  • Maintain detailed files, case log, and weekly progress reports on each assigned family.
  • Assist assigned families in improving their relationships, as well as teaching parents how to provide better care, nutrition, hygiene, discipline, protection, instruction, and supervision.
  • Help families discover and gain access to community resources which would assist them in meeting their needs, including food, housing, transportation, education, employment, respite care, etc.
  • Provide any other additional reasonable services for the prevention of maltreatment and unnecessary foster care as may be needed in order to strengthen a family at risk.
  • Must be available for emergencies if one arises for assigned families.
  • Attend court hearings as required.
Skills / Requirements
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related human services field; and at least one (1) year of experience working with children and families with diverse backgrounds.
  • Experience with domestic violence, substance abuse, child abuse, and knowledge of the child welfare, child development, parenting and social services in Broward County is required.
  • Perform individual and family needs assessments. In-home Direct Services, In-home parenting training, Crisis and Supportive Counseling.
  • Must possess excellent organizational and case management skills. Must have the ability to intervene in family and crisis situations and be an advocate in dealing with ChildNet and legal systems.
  • Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English.
  • Candidate must be computer literate and have the ability to complete documents in Microsoft Word.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of the families served in the program.
  • Must have transportation and be willing to visit clients in their homes. Valid Florida Driver's License with full access to a reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage (proof of insurance is required).
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you


Kids In Distress is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, a Drug Free Workplace and requires drug testing.



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