Family Team Conferencing Facilitator, A Safe Way Forward (SWF)
About The Position
The Family Team Conferencing Facilitator is responsible for working with the case management staff to schedule and lead Family Team Conferences that engage members of the family system experiencing IPV and their natural supports in planning sessions designed to help clients identify their needs, while acknowledging strengths that can be used to improve functioning or problematic situations. Approach to service is family-centered, trauma-informed, strengths-based and emphasizes both short-term and long-term goals to restore and maintain Safety for all family members, Protect children from future exposure to IPV, and promote Healing and Improved Family Relationships. The qualified candidate will be responsible for adherence to reporting requirements and timelines and meeting programmatic outcome measures.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) or in a related Human Services field with 2 years of experience in casework services Required
- Prior experience working with children and families impacted by Abuse and Trauma Required
- Strong Engagement, Organizational and Communication skills
- Knowledge of and commitment to child welfare best practice standards
- Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including evenings
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Understanding and willingness to commit to the agency’s Mission, core values, Sanctuary Commitments and Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity, and Belonging (DEIB).
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience leading Group sessions Preferred
- Prior experience working with families affected by IPV Preferred
- Bilingual Spanish/English Preferred
- Demonstrate cultural competence and a commitment to anti-racism work
Responsibilities
- Coordination of community-based, home-based, virtual FTC sessions with youth and families referred to SWF program in accordance with all applicable ACS, OCFS and Family Court standards, instructions and procedures
- Facilitate the active participation of family members at Family Team Conferences (FTC) to build consensus and make joint decisions around the development of Service Plans that address individual and family system needs and expectations to restore Safety, and promote Stability and Well-being outcomes
- Maintain fidelity to the FTC model. Establish an atmosphere conducive to facilitating an FTC that is strength-based, solution-focused, and engages all stakeholders in a participatory process to assist in reaching consensus. Raise objective questions to initiate “straight talk” among the stakeholders and guide the problem-solving process. Utilize critical thinking to develop plans that will work for the family and team.
- Responsible for completing timely and accurate Progress Notes, FTC Summary forms
- Responsible to maintaining case documentation and data entry into systems of record: Connections, PROMIS and ASARA
- Participation in weekly supervision, program meetings, trainings, and workshops to enhance professional development and advance program development initiatives
Benefits
- A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family
- 403B retirement benefits
- Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, 12 paid holidays)
- Free employee assistance program through National EAP
- Insurance discounts for our staff and their families
- Trainings to support professional and personal development
- Employee wellness program
- Employee recognition activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
