Family Consultant at Lifeline Youth Family Services Inc

Muncie, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Home-Based Services, Adoption Support, Guardianship Support, Family Preservation, Treatment Delivery, Documentation, Reporting, Crisis Consultation, Case Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Confidentiality, Evidence-Based Practice, Risk Management, Treatment Planning, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description This position provides programmatic services across Home-Based Services, Adoption and Guardianship Support Services, Family Preservation Services, and Family-Centered Treatment. Responsibilities include conducting home visits and delivering treatment services, maintaining accurate documentation of all client interactions, and preparing required reports in alignment with service standards and organizational guidelines. Company Conformance Statements / Essential Personal Characteristics In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following: Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and clients. Work effectively as a team member. Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations. Exhibit exceptional integrity in all matters Lead by example Requirements Major Responsibilities / Activities Provide structured goal-oriented, time limited services with clients as guided by their referral, case plan, and treatment goals. Provide Adoption & Guardianship Support Services as needed and as assigned. Provide care according to evidence based practice standards. Provide ongoing support for clients, including emergency and crisis consultation on a 24-hour basis. Meet with clients on a regular, consistent basis. The frequency of visits is determined by level of care needed on a case-by-case basis and/or by the referral source. Provide transportation for clients, as needed or necessary, to meet treatment goals. Engage in weekly staffing and address risk management areas to ensure safety of clients and effective treatment. Report to referral source / supervisor significant information regarding any unusual incidents occurring within area of responsibility. Engage and assist the client’s participation in the treatment planning process. Accompany and support clients for court appearances, as requested by the referring agency. Coordinate and case manage appropriate educational, vocational, recreational, and other services, as needed. Demonstrate respect and cultural sensitivity to all clients and to all referral sources. Maintain strict confidentiality at all times to protect clients' privacy. Comply with required in-service / continuing education hours. Respect, support and integrate the company’s Tenets of Culture. Completion of clear, accurate, and timely documentation of 1.) all billable and non-billable contacts 2.) monthly reports, 3.) court reports, and 4.) treatment plans. Demonstrate knowledge and skills required to successfully implement the program’s objectives. Attend all mandatory in-services / meetings. Attain / maintain CPR and First Aid certifications. Essential Functions The physical demands and mental requirements described here are representative of that which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Balancing Stooping Kneeling Crouching Crawling Reaching Standing Walking Pushing Pulling Lifting Use of Fingers Driving Grasping Feeling Talking Hearing Repetitive Motions Travel Travel typically includes driving typically within assigned region and will be determined by the needs of the clients. An estimation of 200 – 500+ miles per week may be required. Physical and Visual Acuity Requirements The physical requirement of this position is defined as Medium Work: Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently. The visual acuity requirements needed to perform this position include having close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; and reading. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will be exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, as well as: Infectious diseases Presence of clients with emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health needs and/or challenges Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or related field, and/or Meet requirements of Evidence-Based Practices being used for this service 18+ months experience in adoption/guardianship and/or child welfare 21+ years of age Preferred Education and Experience 4 years of experience in social work field Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties, activities, and responsibilities to this position at any time, with or without notice.

Responsibilities

This role involves providing programmatic services across various home-based and family support services, including conducting home visits and delivering treatment services according to client needs and treatment goals. Key duties also include maintaining accurate documentation of all client interactions and preparing required reports in alignment with service standards.