Family Treatment Court Support Worker

FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES, INC.•Kalamazoo, MI

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Family Treatment Court (FTC) Parent Coach works specifically with the 9th Circuit Court Family Treatment Court. The FTC Parent Coach will provide transportation for the parents and the children involved in FTC for parenting time/visitation. The Parent Coach will also provide services to parents in FTC such as psychoeducation, coaching, modeling, and reinforcement techniques. This position requires a flexible work schedule, which may include weekends, evenings, and/or holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma and two years' experience working with families in crisis or 62 college credit hours in a human services or related field from an accredited college.
Excellent clinical and engagement skills
Strong communication skills and ability to understand, motivate, and/or influence people.
Must be able to transport clients in employee-provided vehicle.
Must be able to visually assess the safety of the environment and the physical well-being of children in the home.
Ability to speak effectively to participants and provide accurate court testimony.
Valid Michigan driver's license and driving record which complies with agency policy.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

Transport children and parents involved in FTC to appointments (medical, legal, treatment, etc.) and to parenting time/visitation time.
Oversee scheduled parenting time/visitation of families in FTC and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and psychoeducation regarding appropriate parenting practices.
Coordinate and maintain contact with foster families and biological families to schedule parenting time/visitations.
Coordinate and maintain contact with FTC team. Attend bi-weekly FTC planning meetings and court sessions.
Provide case notes in the Drug Court Case Management Information System (DCCMIS) after each parenting time or interaction with FTC families.
Collaborate with FTC and provide Court testimony if needed.
Work flexible schedule with non-traditional hours (evening, weekends, holidays) to accommodate family schedule.
Attend F&CS mandated trainings and other program trainings as required.
Attend FTC trainings as required or offered.
Attend required unit meetings and activities.
Collaborate with community organizations to access goods and services for families in FTC.
Present in a professional appearance and a friendly manner.
Provide out-of-office services in unstructured, unpredictable situations.