Family Support Specialist

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Join our mission to help individuals with mental health disorders lead healthy and productive lives. Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services has an immediate opening for a full-time Family Support Specialist at our Cincinnati office in Price Hill. This field-based position establishes supportive working relationships with parents and young children, provides ongoing prevention services to families. This is a 10-month school-based position at the St Bernard Elementary or St. Bernard High School. In this role, you will support families in helping their children grow, learn, and develop to their fullest potential! Join our multidisciplinary treatment organization! Why Work at GCBHS? GCBHS is the region’s most comprehensive community behavioral healthcare organization and a pioneer in the field of behavioral health treatment for adults, children, and families. Named a Top Workplace every year since 2010 Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Leave Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan with agency match Tuition Assistance ($1,250–$2,500/semester) Quarterly performance bonuses Free CEUs and professional development opportunities Flexible scheduling for better work-life balance GCBHS incorporates principles of trauma-informed care in all areas of our services, Trauma informed care includes cultural sensitivity and emphasizes a safe and respectful environment for all clients and staff. Experience and/or training in these principles and in trauma treatment is valued in applicants. GCBHS has been named a Top Workplace every year since 2010! Please visit our websites to learn more about GCBHS. www.gcbhs.com/careers [//www.gcbhs.com/careers] #Lifechanging #Buildingcareerschanginglives EEO EmployerDisabled/Vets

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Child & Family Studies, Human Services, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or closely related field preferred
A valid driver’s license, vehicle, and insurable driving record
An ability to work independently and create your own schedule- utilizing flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home at times.
Experience in working with or providing services to children and families Community/ In home experience a plus.
Willing to engage in building reflective capacity (e.g., capacity for introspection, communicating awareness of self in relation to others, recognizing the value of supervision, etc.)
An ability to demonstrate a high attention to detail and good follow-up skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in working with or providing services to children and families Community/ In home experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide support and education regarding fetal, infant and toddler development, and parenting skills using a research-based model and curriculum.
Develop and implement individualized and developmentally appropriate plans for each child and family that meets program standards and the family’s needs. This includes assessing the family’s overall strengths and needs, while making appropriate community referrals as necessary.
Complete assessments and screenings to aid in working with the families and identifying their strengths/needs.
Complete official case notes/documentation.