Family Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Cleveland, Ohio, United States USCRI Full time
Job Summary

The Family Support Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the Home Study and Post Release Services department at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI). This is a remote position located in Ohio, requiring up to 50% local state travel.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct thorough home study assessments for potential placements of Unaccompanied Children, including background interviews, home assessments, and case analysis.
  • Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate post placement services and comprehensive case management for Unaccompanied Children.
  • Carry a case minimum caseload of 25 PRS cases, or at least 3 home studies with 20 PRS cases.
  • Conduct brief interventions to help families address crises and manage conflict, as needed.
  • Complete individualized needs assessments with UC and sponsor, and develop case plans with particular attention to culture, language, and special circumstances.
  • Maintain a high standard of record-keeping according to USCRI and ORR policies and procedures.
  • Provide information, education, referrals, outreach, advocacy, and support to ensure that each child receives the services they require.
  • Assess the safety and appropriateness of the placement on an ongoing basis using child welfare principles and social work best practices through phone/video calls, interviews, and home visits.
  • Build a network of local pro bono legal resources and service providers to facilitate access for Unaccompanied Children and sponsors, and track individual progress.
  • Coordinate and maintain communication with key stakeholders.
  • Participate in regular training and communication sessions with supervisor and headquarters staff.
Requirements
  • Masters of Social Work, a behavioral science, or social services field, with at least two years' progressive experience in the fields listed above; or a Bachelor's degree in social work, a behavioral science, or social services field with a minimum of three years' progressive experience in the fields listed above.
  • Experience in child welfare, child placements, family preservation and social service provision is desired.
  • Must be skilled at writing professional, thorough assessment reports.
  • Must possess an extensive knowledge of immigrant community local resources.
  • Excellent organizational, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, and ability to prioritize duties in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must have a valid driver's license, insurance, a clean driving record, and personal transportation.
  • Position requires up to 50 percent long distance travel with limited notice.
  • Position is remote and the candidate must have an appropriate workspace to complete documentation, client phone calls, and video conferencing.
  • Fluency in Spanish is required, proficiency in additional languages a plus.
  • Candidate must demonstrate a commitment to comply with mandatory state reporting requirement for child abuse and neglect.
  • Candidate must have dedication to the human rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers and displaced people.
  • Candidate must pass a criminal background check that includes past history of conviction of child and sexual abuse.
  • Covid-19 vaccination card mandatory.
  • Possess or be able to obtain CPR and basic first aid certification.
  • Demonstrated support of USCRI's values by exhibiting respect for others, maintenance of confidential information and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.
Training and Benefits
  • Satisfactory completion of USCRI's Orientation and Training.
  • Satisfactory completion of ORR required trainings prior to serving clients and on an annual basis.
  • Complete additional training as identified by supervisor or Human Resources.
  • Our comprehensive benefits package includes: health, dental, vision, and life insurance; disability coverage; a 401(k) plan with a generous USCRI contribution; and much more.

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity employer.

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