Family Development Specialist/Salisbury and Concord

Salisbury-Rowan Community Action Agency•Concord, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Family Services offers the Self-Sufficiency Program to Families and Individuals in Rowan and Cabarrus County who choose to make a change in their life. The Family Development Specialist provides comprehensive services in support of obtaining employment, education and/or vocational training, income management, securing standardized housing and the overall goal of becoming self-sufficient.

Requirements

Knowledge of various software programs such as MS Office and AR4CA
Ability to handle multiple tasks often simultaneously.
Strong problem solving skills.
Ability to handle stressful and sensitive situations in a professional manner.
Ability to interpret and implement complex policies and regulations.
Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Ability to exercise tact and discretion in all employee interactions.
Strong organization and time management and leadership skills, ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Valid driver's license, auto insurance, reliable transportation and able to periodically attend out of town conferences and training sessions.
Associate's Degree or equivalent and/or seven (7) years' experience in Sociology, Social Welfare, Social Work, Psychology or related field
Earned Family Development Credential or enroll and obtain with in two-years of employment
An understanding of family development, family support, social services and social welfare
An applied and working knowledge of the economically disadvantaged
Good written and oral communication skills
Financial and computer literacy

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years' experience or Master's Degree and two (2) years' experience in Sociology, Social Welfare, Social Work, Psychology or related field
Above minimum qualifications

Responsibilities

Responsible for determining eligibility of program participants and developing participant-driven individual action plans once eligibility is established
Responsible for planning and coordinating daily activities and services for participants of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) self-sufficiency program
Responsible for identifying the needs of participants, supporting them in goal development and achievement and leveraging resources for assisting them in becoming self-sufficient.
Responsible for developing community partnerships for the benefit of the participants.
Responsible for conducting regular outreach to the service community, ensuring maximum saturation and service delivery.
Responsible for coordinating public relation activities connected with program service projects.
Responsible for the identification and coordination of resources such as local housing, emergency assistance, education, health and other social service providers.
Responsible for providing counseling on budgeting, housing, and job skills etc.
Responsible for developing appropriate and progressive strategies for project implementation.
Responsible for conducting a minimum of a one bi-weekly contact for each participant and a minimum of four (4) home visits per month overall.
Responsible for maintaining participant records in the established file format, accurate case notes and entering all data into AR4CA system in a timely manner.
Other duties deemed necessary by the Director of Family Services to ensure the smooth operation of the CSBG program.