Family Advocate

Isabel's House • Springfield, MO

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Isabel's House, Crisis Nursery of the Ozarks, opened its doors on June 25th, 2007. Our mission is to provide immediate refuge for children, ages birth to 12 years, whose families are in crisis. By partnering with families and the community, we will strengthen families and prevent child abuse and neglect. Isabel's House provides 24/7/365 care for the community's most vulnerable children when the family is in crisis. Families who bring their children to Isabel's House partner with our team of Family Advocates to create a plan specific to each situation. Our team works to connect parents and caregivers with the right resources to address their crises and build up the family. Since opening, we have cared for more than 5,000 children and served more than 2,000 families.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in social work (MSW) is required.
• If the candidate has a degree in psychology, counseling, sociology, criminology, or other human service field, they must have at least 4 years of experience in case management.
• Must demonstrate excellence in organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize caseload and workload independently and appropriately.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, critical thinking, personal responsibility, and problem-solving, while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
• Excellent computer skills required.
• Valid driver's license, proof of vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with residential care and/or with at-risk children preferred.
• Knowledge of current community resources is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessing family needs
• Planning, developing, and implementing an individualized treatment plan for each child and family
• Providing case management for families served by Isabel's House
• Working independently and collaboratively with all members of the Isabel's House team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level