Family Support Specialist-Visitation
Community Care ME•Portland, ME
•$21 - $22
About The Position
Community Care is hiring a Visit Support Worker to supervise visits between children and family members in a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere, helping families work toward reunification. Visits take place at Family Visitation Centers, in family homes, or in the community, as determined by the Family Plan. The role provides structure and guidance to visit participants and may include transporting youth to and from visits. Multiple shifts are available, with peak hours between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Training and supervision are provided. A work mobile phone is provided.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have at least 6 months of experience working with children and families.
- Have reliable transportation.
- Hold a State of Maine driver's license.
- Be able to lift young children in and out of vehicles and car seats, and carry infants in car seats or young children to and from vehicles.
- Pass background checks, including DMV, CPS, APS, and criminal checks.
Responsibilities
- Supervise visits between children and family members.
- Provide structure and guidance to visit participants.
- Conduct visits at Family Visitation Centers, family homes, or in the community as determined by the Family Plan.
- Transport youth to and from visits as necessary.
- Support families as they work toward reunification.
Benefits
- Competitive wage; employees are paid for all hours worked.
- Medical and dental coverage for full-time and some part-time employees.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Supportive team environment.
- Supervision and training.
- Company cell phone provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
