Nurturing Parenting Practitioner - Mesa, AZ

A New Leaf•Mesa, AZ

5d•$20 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

The Nurturing Parenting Program Practitioner I provides direct parenting education and supervised visitation services to families involved with the Department of Child Safety. This role supports child safety and family stability by assisting caregivers in developing protective capacities through culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and family-centered services under close supervision.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Two (2) years of work experience in the child welfare or related human services field
Experience working with multi-problem families and complex family systems
Knowledge of family dynamics and family-centered service approaches
Knowledge of community resources and ability to assist families in accessing services
Experience supporting families impacted by substance abuse, child abuse and neglect, trauma, sexual abuse, or related challenges
Must Be At Least 21 Years of Age
Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card
Central Registry Background Check
Drug Screening
TB Test
CPR/First Aid Certification
Valid Unrestricted Driver’s License
Current Auto Liability Insurance
39 Month Motor Vehicle Record
Adhere to all organizational policies, including the Code of Conduct, professional standards, and relevant regulations.
As a mandated reporter under Arizona statute A.R.S. § 13-3620, you are required to immediately report any suspected abuse or neglect of a minor to your Supervisor, Manager, Director, Clinical Director, or Chief Officer, who will assist in making the appropriate report to authorities.

Nice To Haves

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions in accordance with applicable law

Responsibilities

Provide parent skill-building services individualized to family needs, culture, and readiness for change using Nurturing Parenting curricula
Meet with parents or caregivers up to two (2) hours per week to support development and strengthening of parenting skills
Monitor, observe, and document interactions and behaviors between parents/caregivers and children during supervised visits or in-home observations
Model appropriate behavior, communication, and de-escalation techniques during family interactions
Support services that strengthen family protective factors and enhance caregiver capacities to promote child safety in the home
Establish and maintain confidential case records for each client receiving services
Document all case activity including communications, visitations, skill sessions, missed appointments, and interactions with DCS personnel, placements, and related parties
Prepare and submit required documentation including progress notes, statistics reports, daily activity logs, incident reports, and special concerns
Work cooperatively with the Department of Child Safety (DCS) to support assessments, service planning, required reports, and meetings
Develop caring, supportive, strength-based, culturally competent, and trauma-informed relationships with clients and community partners
Maintain professional representation of A New Leaf in all interactions with families, staff, and community members
Attend meetings, trainings, and special projects as requested by management
Assist with maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, and organization of program facilities and equipment