Family Time Coach

Ariel Clinical Services • Grand Junction, CO

just now • $17 - $19 • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for supervising and facilitating visits between caregivers and their children that are not in their care. This is a part-time position requiring 20-29 hours per week, with flexible hours including day time, evenings, and possible Saturdays. The hiring range is $17.00-$18.53/hr, depending on education and experience. The position will remain open until filled.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of experience working with children and families; minimum 21 years old.
• Ability and willingness to relate to all cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic groups and different lifestyles.
• Ability to identify ways to improve processes and identify problems and come up with solutions. Know when to ask for help.
• Ability to demonstrate maturity, diplomacy, openness and common sense.
• Basic understanding of the laws governing child welfare and foster care.
• The ability to communicate verbally and in written format in both individual and group settings.
• Ability to be flexible, and able to change direction rapidly.
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member, prioritize workload, complete a wide variety of tasks in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Must be available outside of traditional office hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary to perform the functions of the position.
• Understanding of how you fit into and impact the whole program and treatment team.
• Knowledge of basic parenting skills and child development.
• Knowledge of community resources (social, public agency, and information) in order to assist families in accessing these resources.
• Ability to effectively help clients achieve their goals, and complete tools that measure client outcomes.
• Ability to demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance as scheduled and requested.
• Valid Regular Driver’s License, with acceptable driving record.
• Complete in-house training for Parenting Time including: CPI, CPR, First Aid, and Basic Parenting Time Training, as directed by supervisor.
• Central Registry for child abuse
• Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)
• CBI Sex Offender Background Check
• National Sex Offender Background Check
• Federal Background Investigation (FBI) in CO > 2 years
• Reference check
• Office of Inspector General
• Driver’s License Record
• I-9 Documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years demonstrated success in working with children and families.
• Bilingual/Bi-literate, preferably in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate weekly visits for parents and their children and facilitate the visits. Visits may be in the office or in the community.
• Effectively and appropriately communicate ideas, thoughts and feelings. Ability to listen. Take responsibility for your actions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, coworkers and supervisors, while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Understand and demonstrate Ariel and program mission, vision and values.
• Intervene during the visit to provide appropriate coaching and/or feedback of parenting skills. Terminate visit, if necessary.
• Observe and document parent/child interactions by producing Parenting Time Reports in a timely manner following each visit within the established format and guidelines.
• Communicate parent progress and/or pertinent information to the designated treatment team. Testify in court, as required.
• As assigned by program manager, attend reviews and necessary meetings at the Department of Human Services. Inform program manager if unable to attend any assigned meetings.
• Maintain a safe environment for children and families during visitations.
• Maintain emotional stability and resilience, including the ability to remain calm during crises, exercise sound judgment, and maintain professional boundaries.
• Must work closely with other Ariel Programs and offices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision at affordable rates.
• Group Life Insurance 100% covered.
• Group Accident, Hospitalization, Identity Fraud, and Critical Illness plan available at a discounted rate.
• HSA & FSA employee funded accounts.
• Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
• $50/month for participation in Wellness Program.
• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 5% at one year anniversary.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

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