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Family and Youth Specialist at ELMCREST CHILDRENS CENTER INC

City of Cortland, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

19.01

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervised Visitation, Documentation, Case Management, Transportation, Collaboration, Treatment Strategies, Inter Agency Meetings, Training, Supervision, Family Court Testimony

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Level: Entry Job Location: Cortland Offices - Cortland, NY 13045 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $19.01 - $19.01 Hourly The Family and Youth Specialist performs duties that involve the functioning of the visitation portion of the programs run through Family Support Services in Cortland County. This position will provide direct service to children and families served and will collaborate with DSS staff and foster parents. This position is scheduled in a manner that best accommodates client, program and Agency business needs. Responsibilities: Provide supervised visitation for families enrolled in the program and documentation of visitation Create monthly reports regarding visitation Participate in the development and implementation of treatment strategies Provide case management and document activities and observations Provide transportation for children and families Collaborate with all individuals/agencies associated with children/families Participate in inter and intra agency meetings Attend trainings to remain current with best practice in the field Participate in weekly supervision Testify in Family Court Complete all additional duties as assigned by the Program Manager Qualifications High School Diploma with 2 years of case management experience Additional Eligibility Qualifications: A valid, unrestricted driver’s license is required. Essential Job Qualifications: Ability to lift 25 pounds without assistance. Ability to sit, squat, crouch and stand for elongated periods of time Ability to lift arms over head in upward reaching motion. Ability to walk up and downstairs up to several times per day. Varying levels of travel as determined by departmental needs may be required with this position.

Responsibilities

The Family and Youth Specialist provides supervised visitation for families and documents these visits. They also participate in treatment strategy development and case management activities.