On-site Home Visitor, LCSW/LMFT any state, RN/BSN, Fort Meade, Maryland

Magellan Health • Fort Meade, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This program seeks to support young military Families which directly contribute to military mission readiness, support Family members’ adaptation to military life, enhance the knowledge and skills for healthy relationships that can provide safe, nurturing environments for children to prevent family violence. The position provides activities and services including information and referrals, parenting programs, respite care for children, and supervised play time for children. It focuses on Families with children prenatal to 3 years old who have been assessed as being at risk for child maltreatment and/or Family violence, offering additional, more-intensive support. The role provides effective, timely and confidential services for these at-risk Families.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years of direct work experience in child abuse or domestic abuse, or maternal or child health or medical social work.
• Must hold a current and active license as an LCSW, LMFT or RN.
• Licensed Clinical Social Workers must possess a current, valid, unrestricted clinical license and a master’s degree in Social Work to practice social work independently.
• Registered Nurses must have at least a bachelor’s degree in nursing, a current unrestricted license in one of the States or U.S. territories, and at least two (2) years of direct work experience with child abuse or domestic abuse, maternal or child health, public/community health, or mental health.
• Must have home visitation experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must have working knowledge of basic computer skills and be able to use Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel programs.
• Ability to operate general office equipment including but not limited to: computer, phones and related media and information devices on most or all workdays.
• Ability to communicate and interact with others, both in person and/or by telephone to conduct business.
• Ability to work under time pressure.
• Ability to work rapidly for long periods to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to travel as needed and adhere to AFSC travel policies and procedures.
• Must be able to enter private homes that may or may not provide easy access for those with physical disabilities or those recovering from physical rehabilitation or post-recovery mobility.
• Position requires ability to transport self from office locations to private homes, other offices and facilities where training and other program activities occur.
• Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to all eligible Families with expectant parents and parents of children from birth to 3 years of age.
• Provide activities and services including information and referrals, parenting programs, respite care for children, and supervised play time for children.
• Provide effective, timely and confidential services for Families who have been assessed as being at risk for child maltreatment and/or Family violence.
• Protect the privacy and confidentiality of client information.
• Identify and report suspected child abuse and neglect and domestic abuse.
• Assess developmental milestones and referral procedures for indicators of special needs or developmental delays.
• Assess and strengthen adaptation to parenthood.
• Assess and strengthen parental capacity for problem-solving, building and sustaining trusting relationships, and seeking help when necessary.
• Promote developmentally appropriate parenting skills and disciplinary techniques, and parent and child communication skills.
• Facilitate informal and formal community networks to build positive relationships and reduce social isolation.
• Develop relationships with local community and military installation officials and organizations that can maximize program effectiveness.
• Utilize community-based services and formal and informal community networks to provide concrete support for families who may be in crisis.
• Utilize methods for screening for, assessing, and addressing protective and risk factors associated with child abuse and neglect using a strengths-based Family centered developmental approach.
• Keep tracking system up to date with case status.
• Participate in monthly conference calls and annual training events.
• A leader may assign additional or other duties which would align with the intent of this job, without revision to the job description.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing
• Professional growth and development
• Total health and wellness
• Rewards and recognition
• Employee unity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees