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Child Welfare Associate - Part time (M-Th 3pm-7:30pm) Child and Family Charities - 1.5 Lansing, MI Job Details Part-time $15 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off Flexible schedule Retirement plan Qualifications Social work Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Driver's License Driving Human Services Clerical experience Social Work Associate's degree

Full Job Description General Statement of Responsibilities :

Under supervision, assists professional staff in non-technical services by transporting clients, supervising parental visits related to child welfare services; and performs routine clerical related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications :

A High School diploma or Associate's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field preferred. Strong written, verbal, organizational, and time management skills. Excellent organizational and communication skills General clerical experience preferably in human or social service setting Ability to work effectively with emotionally challenged children. Willingness and ability to learn and implement trauma informed services. Flexibility of work schedule to meet the needs of the clientele. Serve as a positive role model by modeling desirable behaviors, e.g. patience, tolerance, and reflective listenin Valid Driver's license and automobile insurance

Transportation:

Reliable and ongoing to fulfill the requirements of the position •

Duties and Responsibilities :

Provides transportation for children, including relocation/placement in foster homes, physician visits, and supervised parental visits. Supervises parental and/or family visitations as directed by the child welfare specialist; monitors visitation time and makes decisions to terminate visit if necessary; makes immediate oral reports of visitation and follows up with written reports. Provides routine clerical support to professional staff including filing, completion of reports, and documentation of site visits; files legal documents and serves legal notices; assists in data entry on departmental automation systems of documentation and statistical information. Establish rapport and provide safe and calm environment for children Assess possible problems during visitations and take appropriate actions Make clear and concise written and oral reports maintain composure under stressful situations; Develop cooperative working relationships with staff, supervisors, and clients; learn department regulations

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$15.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Paid time off Retirement plan

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person