Family Assistance Program Worker

Catholic Charities West Michigan•Holland, MI

7d•$16 - $19

About The Position

This Family Assistance Services Worker is responsible for receiving written referrals, conduct in-home visits with families and children referred by Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Assists in the development of service plans and coordinates services with the DHHS referring worker. Service Area: Ottawa County Hourly Wage: $16.25-$19.07 Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives? If you’ve got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we’ve got the right opportunity for you. About Catholic Charities West Michigan Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach. CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.

Requirements

Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to have a non-judgmental positive attitude toward families in crisis
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work in partnership with other team members and/or service providers
Ability to teach and model behavior
24/7 availability for immediate and flexible work schedule is necessary
Ability to work with a diverse population
Ability to advocate for families
Ability to multi-task, organize and meet deadlines
Ability to forge a mutually-respectful partnership with individuals and families in which they are helped to gain the skills and confidence to address issues and problems
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to families and children 0-18
Knowledge of brief, solution focused therapy and strength based solution focused intervention strategies
Knowledge of local resources
A minimum of a High School diploma with two-years of specific prior experience working with families is required.
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with multi problem children and families is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in social work, sociology, psychology, family ecology, consumer/community services, family studies, family and/or child development, guidance/school counseling, counseling psychology or a related area is preferred.