Parent Support Specialist - CF029

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW•Gresham, OR

5d•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Parent Support Specialist is responsible for completing parenting assessments, working in full partnership with Parenting Program Coordinator and other team members to develop a parenting plan, implementing the plan, and maintaining regular communication with DHS and other community partners, attending Family Decision Meetings and other meetings as able. Responsible for providing primarily in-home and community-based services in conjunction with contracts between DHS and NARA Northwest.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required.
Minimum of one year of clinical experience in human services field.
Current driver’s license with a clean driving record, proof of auto insurance, and access to reliable transportation.
Demonstrated skill in team building or facilitation.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Proficient computer skills including familiarity w/Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Outlook.
Must demonstrates a commitment to exceptional customer service, support organization values and exude professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor, assure confidentiality and work collaboratively with other NARA staff and team members.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients, the community, and other staff members.
Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

Responsibilities

Complete and/or review the Parenting Assessment of each parent/relative who is referred for Parenting and Relative Support Services.
Effectively incorporates strengths as interventions into plans of care.
Provide role modeling, skill building, and specific interventions to create positive change and increase stability in placement.
May be required to facilitate and/or co-facilitate parenting groups.
Incorporates individual family beliefs and traditions into assessments and plans.
Ensures that parent/relative involvement is maintained throughout the service period.
Consistently delivers strength-based, family-driven services.
Reviews information and data with team members for inclusion in planning and decision-making.
Transport children to visitation groups and other approved appointments.
Uses resources and available flex funding to assure that services are based specifically on the needs of the child(ren) and parent(s).

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
15 Paid Holidays
13 Paid Days of Sick Time
13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
$50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Health Spending Account
401(k) with 4% Match
Employee Assistance Program
Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)