Job: Family Support Counselor I

The Family Support Counselor I is responsible for implementing a community-based prevention effort for at-risk families. Case management of these families involves assessing families, identifying needs, and assisting families to reach resources within the community. This position also includes in-home training of parenting, home safety skills education, and developmental screening of children.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Prevention Efforts

Conduct face-to-face family assessments; recommend specific prevention program
Educate families and individuals in home
Teach and model parenting skills in home
Conduct parent education classes
Assist families in identifying/reaching appropriate community resources

2. Case management

Conduct a needs assessment
Need identified; develop a written plan
Link client to community resources, assist in accessing services
Provide crisis assistance to arrange for immediate services


2. Documentation

Maintain case files and notes, (including releases, etc.)
Maintain Work and Activity Sheets, statistics, court reports/letters, as required

3. Community

Maintain high profile in the community
Maintain/provide current resource referrals within the community
Develop/maintain effective working relations with all individuals and agencies impacting program within the community
Assist Program Supervisor with developing and implementing community outreach programs

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services/Behavioral Sciences from an accredited university
1-3 years of successful experience working with families, children and/or parents, and community outreach skills preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish is Required
Valid CA Driver's License, Automobile Insurance & Reliable Transportation
Ability to use diagnostic skills to make assessments
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment