Resource Parent Support Worker

Asociacion Puertorriquenos En Marcha Inc•Philadelphia, PA

10d•$48,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Resource Parent Support Worker (RPSW) ensures that Resource Parents (RP) receive the training, support, and consultation necessary for them to effectively meet the needs of the child or youth in their home. The RPSW ensures that the resource home is loving, stable, trauma-informed, and culturally competent for the care all children and youth, as well as to provide supports that serve to facilitate permanency youth.

Requirements

Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field.
Minimum of one year of experience providing services to children, youth or families in a behavioral health setting.
Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearances, Pennsylvania Criminal Record Clearance, Federal Bureau Investigation (FBI), Medical Examination.
Computer savvy, familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of PA Chapter 3700 preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Participate in supervision at least bi-weekly
Maintains a maximum case load of 17 homes
Complete 40 hours of training in the first year and 20 annually thereafter
Perform initial and quarterly home inspections that may include children or youth, if they are home
Provide face-to-face support to RPs at a minimum of one time per month, with more frequent and intense contacts for new placements and during periods of crisis
Provide initial, in-person contact with RP within 3 business days of child being placed in the home
Ensure that the RP is communicating with the bio parent(s) at least once per month
Review RP documentation for content and timeliness
Attend placement stability meetings and assist the RP to develop and implement strategies to resolve issues or other challenges that could ultimately jeopardize placement stability or the child or youth’s well-being
May be required to attend teaming meetings and coordinate with the CUA Case Manager (CM) to provide updates on RP progress with child/youth and overall stability in the home
Assist to develop and support activities that may be designated for the caregiver to perform on the Single Case Plan (SCP), in collaboration with CUA
Support RP with developing plan to meet transportation needs of child and youth, as necessary
Maintain documentation of supports and interventions provided to RP and ensure that substitute caregiving is in place with up-to-date clearances and childcare services
Ensure RP completes annual training
Conduct notification of rights and grievance procedures with child/youth and maintain consent for treatment on file
Ensure RP remains compliant according to PA chapter 3700
May be required to attend court hearings
Must always use the approach “See Something- Say Something- Do Something”
Must notify management and CUA of any safety concerns/incidents, taking immediate action to ensure the child or youth’s safety
Other duties as assigned to support the mission of Pradera

Benefits

Health Insurance through Independence Administrators or $100/month reimbursement with proof of current insurance
Vision and Dental Plans through SunLife
Basic Life Insurance (100% Employer Funded)
403B Retirement Plan with Company Contribution
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health, Childcare, and Public Transportation expenses
Employee Assistance Program including free counseling, trainings, webinars, and other resources
Could be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as APM is a non-profit
Voluntary Plans include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Short-term and Long-term Disabilities
Employee Referral Program
20 Days of Paid Time Off include Illness, Vacation, Appointments, and Emergencies
12 Days of Paid Holidays