Family Support Services Specialist Part Time (7683)

Lutheran Services Florida • Largo, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is seeking a Family Support Services Specialist to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families. This role provides essential support to the Case Management Organization by performing tasks such as client transportation, supervised visitation, and foster parent support. It is a direct care position with a required schedule of Tuesday-Saturday, 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and appropriate auto liability insurance required.
• High School diploma
• 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 the general public.
• Dependability, discretion, and good judgment.
• 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.
• Reports to unit supervisor.
• Team player with co-workers and administrators.
• Accurate, complete, and timely submission of required documents and reports.
• Adherence to all licensing and quality assurance standards.
• Adherence to agency policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Some college preferred.
• One to three (1-3) years’ experience in community service agencies is preferred.
• Certified First Aid/CPR and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Use agency vehicles or personal vehicles to transport client children to and from program placements, supervised visits, medical and dental appointments.
• Maintain weekly Transportation Request form.
• Track agency vehicle mileage, service, and usage.
• Perform placement follow-up contacts with assigned foster homes upon placement of children in those homes.
• Visit all assigned foster homes quarterly or more often to provide information and/or support.
• Prepare required reports and other documentation as instructed by the unit supervisor.
• Participate in community outreach programs, including recruitment events, foster parent meetings, and support groups.
• Attend and participate in staff/professional trainings, meetings, and supervision sessions.
• Carry and maintain an agency cell phone and function "on call" in a rotation schedule, depending upon programmatic needs.
• Function in the community without direct supervision.
• Function professionally in a team setting.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Liaison to government, courts, schools, and community providers.
• Maintain confidentiality of all client information.

Benefits

• Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need.
• Growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.

What This Job Offers

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