ISFC Support Staff/Family Specialist (Part-time)

Koinonia Family Services - • Visalia, CA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Koinonia Family Services in Visalia is seeking a qualified, part-time ISFC Support Staff / Family Specialist to make a positive difference in the lives of youth and families. This role supports youth in foster care with significant behavioral and mental health needs to remain safely in their placements, and also supports families who have adopted children from foster care and are experiencing challenges. Services are provided in the family's home and community, with flexible scheduling including afternoons, evenings, and occasional weekends. This is a part-time position initially serving one family for 5-10 hours per week, with potential for increased hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science or human services field and 6+ months of relevant experience
• Associate degree in a related field and 1+ year of relevant experience
• High school diploma/equivalency with an approved exception/waiver and 2+ years of direct, documented experience working with high-needs youth
• Must be a qualified male staff member
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation
• Must complete a criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and TB test

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with youth and families impacted by trauma
• Experience in foster care and post-adoption behavioral health services

Responsibilities

• Work directly with youth and families in their homes, schools, and communities to build positive relationships and implement individualized plans of care.
• Provide one-on-one support to youth with significant emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs receiving Intensive Services Foster Care (ISFC).
• Model positive behavior and implement targeted behavioral interventions that promote safety, stability, emotional regulation, and successful functioning in the home and community.
• Teach and reinforce coping skills, communication skills, social skills, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and other individualized behavioral goals.
• Assist resource parents and adoptive families in implementing treatment strategies and reinforcing positive behavioral supports.
• Utilize trauma-informed practices and agency-approved de-escalation techniques to respond appropriately during behavioral crises while helping maintain placement stability.
• Participate in a family-centered, strength-based, and culturally responsive planning process to develop and implement individualized service plans.
• Support youth in participating effectively in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and other collaborative planning activities.
• Implement individualized behavior support plans and connect youth and families with community resources, schools, and natural supports.
• Transport youth to appointments, school activities, recreational opportunities, and other approved community resources.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete case documentation in accordance with agency requirements.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, required trainings, and ongoing professional development.
• Maintain professional boundaries while developing supportive, trusting relationships with youth and families.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Participation in 401(k) plan (based on eligibility)
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunity to enhance knowledge and skills by working alongside a committed team of professionals utilizing trauma-informed and evidence-based practices
• Gain valuable experience working in both foster care and post-adoption behavioral health services
• Work with a great team of people who care about each other and are committed to bringing hope and healing to youth and families

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level