Child and Family Specialist

Child and Family Specialist Tessie Cleveland Community Services Corporation - 3.3 Palmdale, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $28.69 an hour 23 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy Direct support Working with individuals with mental health conditions Computer skills Direct patient care in social services case management Full Job Description Job title:

Child Family Specialist FLSA Status :

Non-Exempt The Child Family Specialist in the Mental Health Division fulfil a vital function for clients and families by working with them under the guidance of the therapist, and in collaboration with other members of the treatment team. Child Family Specialist work to build a trusting and productive relationship with the client/family, and to provide the support and resources needed to achieve identified treatment goals and improve his/her quality of life.

Position Qualifications/Requirements Case Manager:

Two years of college in a related mental health field. Three years' experience providing direct services to seriously emotionally disturbed children in a school, residential program, day treatment, mentoring program, shadowing or similar setting. Possession of valid Class C or higher driver's license and insurability by the agency insurance carrier(s). An acceptable alternate means of transportation necessary to the completion of one's duties may be considered. Must possess basic computer skills.

Rehabilitation Specialist:

1. Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology or a related field, from an accredited College or University, and 2. One year in providing direct services to seriously emotionally disturbed children in a school, residential, day treatment, mentoring, shadowing or similar setting, or 3. Associate's level degree and six years' experience in a mental health setting of physical restoration, social adjustment, or vocational adjustment. 4. Possession of a valid Class C or higher driver's license and insurability by the agency insurance carrier(s). An acceptable alternate means of transportation necessary to the completion of one's duties may be considered.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly operates a computer and other office machinery. Communicates with others in the office environment and outside the office environment. The employee frequently works in outdoor setting and is exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

Work Environment:

Outdoor in field.

Duties and Responsibilities Key Tasks:

Participates in Wraparound CFT Matrix meeting using the 4-Step Model and adheres to Wraparound Policies and Procedures. Maintains active communication with treatment team, DCFS, Probation, and DMH in adherence with the Shared Core Practice Model. Participates in development of safety plan with Treatment team and family in order to ensure client safety. Provides in-home and in-community services to families, formal, and informal supports to team, assess, track, adapt, and plan to meet the needs of the client/family. Participates in multi-disciplinary team in developing effective strategies to support and ensure client/family success. Provides direct linkages to community resources and local systems to ensure needs to client/family are being met. Other duties as designated by supervisor, manager and/or program head.

Reports to:

Coordinator Core Competencies Adaptable Teamwork Integrity Commitment Innovative Job Specific Competencies Accountability Communication Customer Focus Compliance Empathy Initiative Time Management Job Type :

Full-time Pay :

$28.69 per hour Expected hours : 40.00 Hours per week; 80 Hours bi-weekly Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Palmdale, CA 93551 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Palmdale, CA 93551: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location :

In person