On-Site New Parent Support Home Visitor, RN/BSN, LCSW/LMFT from any state, Fort Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia

Magellan Health

114d • $58,440 - $93,500

About The Position

Provide support to all eligible Families with expectant parents and parents of children from birth to 3 years of age. 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. Provide activities and services including information and referrals, parenting programs, respite care for children, and supervised play time for children. Families with children prenatal to 3 years old who have been assessed as being at risk for child maltreatment and/or Family violence can benefit from additional, more-intensive support from these services. Provides effective, timely and confidential services for Families who have been assessed as being at risk for child maltreatment and/or Family violence. Protects the privacy and confidentiality of client information. Identifies and reports suspected child abuse and neglect and domestic abuse. Assesses developmental milestones and referral procedures for indicators of special needs or developmental delays. Assesses and strengthening adaptation to parenthood. Assesses and strengthening parental capacity for problem-solving, building and sustaining trusting relationships, and seeking help when necessary. Promotes developmentally appropriate parenting skills and disciplinary techniques, and parent and child communication skills. Facilitates informal and formal community networks to build positive relationships and reduce social isolation. Develops relationships with local community and military installation officials and organizations that can maximize program effectiveness. Utilizes community-based services and formal and informal community networks to provide concrete support for families who may be in crisis. Utilizes 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. Keeps tracking system up to date with case status. Participates in monthly conference calls and annual training events. The job duties listed above are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive of what may be expected of an employee assigned to this job. A leader may assign additional or other duties which would align with the intent of this job, without revision to the job description.

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.
• 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.
• Registered Nurses must have at least a bachelor’s degree in nursing and a current unrestricted license.
• Home visitation experience.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills and Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to communicate and interact with others in person and by telephone.
• Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel as needed and adhere to AFSC travel policies.
• Ability to enter private homes that may not provide easy access for those with physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to eligible Families with expectant parents and parents of children from birth to 3 years of age.
• Support young military Families to contribute to military mission readiness.
• Enhance knowledge and skills for healthy relationships to provide safe environments for children.
• Provide activities and services including information and referrals, parenting programs, respite care, and supervised playtime.
• Deliver effective, timely, and confidential services for Families at risk for child maltreatment and/or Family violence.
• Protect client privacy and confidentiality.
• Identify and report suspected child abuse and neglect and domestic abuse.
• Assess developmental milestones and referral procedures for special needs or developmental delays.
• Strengthen adaptation to parenthood and parental capacity for problem-solving.
• Promote developmentally appropriate parenting skills and communication skills.
• Facilitate community networks to build positive relationships and reduce social isolation.
• Develop relationships with community and military officials to maximize program effectiveness.
• Utilize community-based services to provide support for families in crisis.
• Screen for, assess, and address protective and risk factors associated with child abuse and neglect.
• Keep tracking system up to date with case status.
• Participate in monthly conference calls and annual training events.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and voluntary benefits.
• Short-term incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Employee wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees