Family Time Coordinator – Social Service Assistant
| Company | Oregon State Government |
|---|---|
| Location | Salem, OR, USA |
| Salary | $4023 – $5575 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- One year of experience assisting professionals in one or more specialized social programs such as family services, children services, senior services, mental or developmental disability services, substance abuse programs, juvenile corrections programs, or occupational skills programs.
- Possession of a current certification in child development, early childhood education, addiction counseling preparation or juvenile corrections.
- 45 quarter hours, or 30 semester hours of college course work in sociology, psychology, early childhood education, criminal justice, human services, juvenile corrections, or occupational skills training.
- An associate degree in a field not closely related to social work/human services; and six months of human services-related experience (e.g., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, mental or physical disabilities, juvenile prevention, health, cultural competencies, and/or inadequate housing).
Responsibilities
- Implement and manage individual visitation agreements by coordinating with case workers, clients, and caregivers.
- Plan visit schedules, locations, supervision levels, and safety measures using information from various sources.
- Review and explain visitation agreements and guidelines to clients, family members, and caregivers.
- Ensure children’s safety and well-being during visits and transport, addressing any issues and documenting outcomes.
- Communicate visitation expectations and respond to post-visit inquiries from caregivers and family members.
- Provide transportation support for children and others associated with the case, supporting their emotional needs.
- Keep accurate records, prepare court notes, provide feedback to service workers, and participate in meetings and conferences.
- Testify in court and present case-related information to support legal proceedings and assist in case resolution.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience successfully working as part of a team.
- Experience demonstrating flexibility and adapting quickly to changing work tasks.
- Strengths focused mindset and experience identifying the strengths in others.
- Embraces a growth mindset by demonstrating self-awareness, identifying and acknowledging own mistakes and weaknesses, and works towards improving practices.