Supervised Parenting Family Specialist

FamilyWise•Minneapolis, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

FamilyWise is hiring a Supervised Parenting Family Specialist to foster the development of healthy family relationships by facilitating visitations and providing parent education to the families served. FamilyWise has been keeping children safe and helping families lead stable, healthy and productive lives since 1976. Our programs help families build resiliency, identify and harness their strengths, and connect to other resources. We promote individual and community-led actions that enhance supports for children, parents, and families across Minnesota. Our mission is to strengthen families by promoting the safety, stability, and wellbeing of children, and our vision is for a world where every child thrives. As a multi-service, multi-cultural agency, FamilyWise focuses on nurturing children, families, and communities through culturally competent services. Our staff reflect the communities we serve through shared lived experiences and cultural background, and many can provide services in languages other than English. Our programs focus on natural supports, experiential learning, education, and a therapeutic approach with expertise in trauma-effective care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development, Child Psychology, Family Social Science Special Education or a related human service field (2-year degree with 2+ years of experience providing parenting services also considered).
Previous experience working with culturally and racially diverse populations in lower socio-economic conditions.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
The ability to maintain a good working relationship with all co-workers and the public.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
The ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
A demonstrated understanding of parenting and child development issues.
The ability to work independently, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
The ability to travel to client sites within 15-mile radius of the office.
A valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and the ability to meet FamilyWise’s driving record requirements. Please note that if the license was not issued in the state of Minnesota, you have 60 days after becoming a Minnesota resident in which to apply for your Minnesota driver's license or permit.

Nice To Haves

2-3 years of experience (preferred) in child development, abuse/neglect services, or parent education, using intervention methods for children with special needs.
It is highly valued if you are bilingual in Hmong, Somali, Spanish or other languages.

Responsibilities

Provide a secure, safe, clean and neutral environment which ensures positive experiences for parents and their children.
Assess parents’ and families’ social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
Coach and educate parents based on curriculum resources and expertise.
Model appropriate social skills for parents and their children and identify parenting skills.
Assess and document family dynamics, including identifying families' strengths, needs, and natural supports.
Guide families through conflict resolution, including teaching effective communication strategies and de-escalation techniques.
Provide feedback to parents regarding age-appropriate boundary setting, discipline, empathy, family roles and nurturing skills.
Prepare timely visit notes.
Attend all appropriate collateral meetings with other professionals and referring agencies.
Develop and implement service plans with participants.
Coordinate and communicate with county workers, referring partners, and other stakeholders.
Facilitate meetings of families, professionals, and natural supports.
Complete intakes and facilitate ongoing family communication regarding problem solving, scheduling, and other family needs as requested.
Document interactions and observations accurately and promptly, presenting information in a clear and objective manner.