Family Resources Specialist

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Family Resource Specialist is responsible for initial identification, referral and coordinating activities for families of newborns. This position reports directly to the Family Resource Specialist Supervisor and will serve Cochise, Sierra Vista and Douglas.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct family assessment virtually or in person.
• Provide direct support to prenatal or postpartum women identified as high risk.
• Receive daily referral from hospital or clinic personnel.
• Administer the Healthy Families Screening on all referrals to determine risk level and need for early intervention services.
• Obtain permission for Family Support Staff to visit the home.
• Ensure referral to the Family Support Staff for continued follow-up and support services.
• Maintain client records in accordance with program and funding source requirements.
• Meet weekly with Family Assessment Supervisor to discuss and review each referral.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled Healthy Families seminars, conferences and in service trainings.
• Make DCS referrals as appropriate.
• Participates in agency Quality Assurance Activities.
• Support site with community outreach, presentations and collaborations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related behavioral health field or two years of experience in related field preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish Required.
• Ability to interact effectively with families.
• Knowledge in family life skills.
• Knowledge of child development.
• Experience in working with at-risk children and their families.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural differences.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively on a family support team.
• Flexibility in scheduling (able to work limited nights and weekends).
• Adhere to the schedule agreed upon with the supervisor.
• Willing to engage in Reflective Practice.
• Infant Toddler Mental Health Endorsement preferred.
• Must be able to provide direct service to the designated client base in the Cochise County area.
• Maintain a functional and safe home working space with adequate internet connection for the job.
• Comply with all agency and program policies and procedures including confidentiality, employee conduct, computer usage and dress code.
• Meet program/department’s performance and productivity standards.
• Attend required agency and program/department meetings.
• Adhere to the schedule agreed upon with the supervisor.
• Follow and model CFR’s core values.
• Participate in PQI initiatives.
• Must be eligible and able to obtain a Level one-fingerprint card.
• Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license, Arizona vehicle registration, and meet agency and Arizona liability insurance requirements.

Consistent with CDC’s new streamlined guidance, the Safer Federal Workforce determined COVID-19 workplace safety protocols will not vary based on vaccination status or otherwise depend on vaccination information. Due to this determination, requiring, requesting, or collecting vaccination status information is suspended. For current status of the COVID-19 vaccine requirement and/or questions, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]

ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting for extended periods of time daily; standing and walking short distances.
• Moderate twisting, bending, stooping and lifting up to 40 pounds in the performance of assigned duties.
• Ability to use a variety of office equipment and machines as referenced.
• Normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination required.
• Repeated hand-wrist movement required.

The nature of the position involves a fast-paced working environment with multitasking of many different duties and tasks. General daily priorities may change at a moment’s notice, and the position requires quick response time and flexibility.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon drug test and fingerprint clearance.

About Child & Family Resources:

At Child & Family Resources, nothing is more important to us than healthy, happy children. We believe that educated parents and a wealth of resources are crucial to a child’s success, confidence, and development. Our team is committed to offering accessible programming that helps parents be the best they can be and allows children to thrive. We have offices in 13 locations throughout Arizona. When you work at Child & Family Resources, you’ll have an opportunity every day to improve the lives of those around you. The teams at our offices throughout Arizona are made up of individuals that reflect their community and are dedicated to helping others. Whether you’re looking for part-time employment or a full-time position, find your home with us. You can make a difference!