Family Development Specialist/Salisbury and Concord

Salisbury-Rowan Community Action Agency-posted 8 days ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Concord, NC
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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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Minimum: 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
  • Preferred: 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; and above minimum qualifications
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