SFFC Intake & FCC

Bethany Christian Services USA • York Township, PA

15h

About The Position

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact. Safe Families surrounds parents facing crises with a caring, compassionate community. As an Intake and Family Coach Coordinator, you’ll connect families with friendship, coaching, resources, and short-term care for their children through volunteer Host Families.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s level degree in Social Work, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Child Development, or related field of study from an accredited college
• Prior experience working with at-risk children and families
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An ability and willingness to work some evenings and weekends, as needed
• An assertive, self-starter with excellent organizational skills
• Reliable with time sensitive deadlines and tasks
• Exercise a high level of confidentiality
• Work well under pressure and adaptable to change
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity

Nice To Haves

• Master’s level degree in Social Work, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Child Development, or related field of study from an accredited college, preferred
• Prior experience working collaboratively with local faith communities, preferred
• May require professional licensure in the respective state
• Experience with public speaking in a variety of settings to include child welfare, faith communities, and collaborative networks, preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide safety oversight of Safe Families program implementation
• Develop and establish positive relationships with referral sources to ensure referral numbers meet performance metrics
• Provide emergency and on-call support to Safe Families volunteers
• Assist in promoting program community relations and publicity to include but not limited to outreach to community service providers
• Build and maintain positive relationships with church representatives and community agencies
• Conduct home assessments and complete the documentation according to program guidelines
• Facilitate or assist with interviews of all Host Families and Family Coaches, along with submitting documentation and assessments to their Supervisor for final approval or denial of volunteers
• Supervise, train, and support the Family Coach and Host Family volunteers on all aspects of the hosting process, to include being available on an emergency and on-call basis
• Effectively encourage Family Coaches to help parents set goals and work towards accomplishing the goals
• Fulfill role as Family Coach to help parents set goals and work towards accomplishing goals, as needed
• Assist with maintaining all Safe Families volunteers’ files to ensure completeness
• Assist in the networking process for local community resource providers to create a referral base and resource network
• Consult with supervisor on referrals to determine program “fit” for host families, while also assisting with establishing hosting arrangements
• Plan, develop, and administer the program to ensure the basic developmental, and therapeutic needs of clients in care are met
• Develop and implement trainings for volunteers
• Actively participate in the tracking and reporting of information pertinent to recruitment, training, and vetting volunteers
• Assist in the volunteer selection, transportation, and placement of children into Host Family homes and other supportive services with Safe Family volunteers
• Maintain documentation according to program guidelines
• Assist in the connection of Safe Families volunteers, local churches, and community members
• May assist with recruitment and training of new host families in some locations
• Maintain current knowledge pertaining to Safe Families family coaching; while also continuing professional development through seminars and conferences
• Serve as a champion for the compassionate ethos of Safe Families, and show kindness and hospitality to those in need
• Participate in all Safe Families staff functions, meetings, trainings, and supervision
• Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities
• Participate in fundraising activities and other events that promote the Safe Families for Children movement
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event
• Complete other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursue excellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way, paid parental leave, separate sick and paid absence banks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
• Employer paid long-term disability and group term life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level