Family Facilitator (7633)

Lutheran Services Florida • Largo, FL

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About The Position

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. LSF is seeking a talented Family Facilitator who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. The schedule for this role is Sunday-Thursday with varying hours! Purpose and Impact: The Family Facilitator will provide direct in-home services under the supervision of the Family Counselor and the Case Management Supervisor. The Family Facilitator will provide assistance and support to the Connecting Family Paths team by performing safety management tasks such as family support, modeling, mentoring, supervised visitation, caregiver support and any other support functions as needed. This could include performing tasks such as client transportation, supervised visitation, parent support and any other support functions as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma, some college preferred.
• One to three (1-3) years’ experience in community service agencies is preferred.
• Must have good time management, organizational, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to function in a multi-cultural environment effectively with clients, co-workers, volunteers, government agencies and general public.
• Dependability, discretion and good judgment.
• Certified First Aid/CPR and crisis intervention.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, parents, co-workers, volunteers, governmental and other agencies and the general public.
• Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
• Valid driver’s license and appropriate auto liability insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain weekly Request form for clinicians.
• Perform follow-up contacts with assigned families as assigned by the Case Managers, and clinicians
• Visit all assigned families as directed
• Prepare required reports and other documentation as instructed by supervisor.
• Participate in community outreach programs which shall include but are not limited to, recruitment events, and support groups.
• Attend and participate in staff/professional trainings, meetings and supervision sessions.
• Other assigned duties as directed
• Responsible to carry and maintain an agency cell phone 24 hours a day.
• Function in the community without direct supervision.
• Function professionally in a team setting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
• 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
• Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ
• 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED