WHY JOIN OUR COUNTYWIDE AGENCY?

• Because each day we are making a difference in our community, and because we have a positive, employee- and client-centered work culture.
• We pay competitive rates and offer a strong benefits package that includes generous vacation, sick leave and holiday pay, employer-paid medical insurance, a free subscription to the meditation/sleep app Calm, and much more!
• We offer continuous employee education and development and paid clinical supervision.
• We work with our staff to offer flexibility whenever possible.

We look forward to you joining our team at FSA of Santa Barbara County!

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Equivalent work experience or a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or education.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English and Spanish fluently.
• A minimum of one year’s work experience in a school or community setting where services to children and/or families are provided.
• Ability to have a warm and empathetic interpersonal style to establish trusting relationships with children, parents and guardians, health professionals, and community organizations.
• Must have the ability and desire to provide services that are relevant to the culture of the family.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt service delivery to the needs of the family is a must.

• Utilize assessment skills and screening tools to triage families and determine appropriate services (case management, information and referral, parent education).
• Develop a solid understanding of community resources and consistently offer suitable referrals to help individuals access social, educational, and health services.
• Serve as a liaison between the family, school, and community to support academic success, social emotional well-being, and family wellness.
• Encourage parental strength and social interactions by providing engagement opportunities such as workshops, Parent Café, and more.
• Provide education and resources to increase parent’s knowledge of child development.
• Offer interpretation and translation assistance as needed to facilitate communication between families and community resources.
• Engage in program outreach and represent FSA during collaborative meetings and community events.
• Use databases to keep track of and review program interactions, events, and results.
• Attend meetings with community partners to coordinate services and promote continuity of care. Services can be provided in the home, in the community, and/or schools. This may also include schedule flexibility and working evening and/or weekend hours at some point.
• Collaborate closely with various school personnel, such as social workers, administrators, and school liaisons as needed.
• Contribute to program goals and ensure that services provided are within scope of practice.