Visitation Aide - RENU SVS (4988) Center for Family Services - 3.4 Camden, NJ Job Details Full-time $24.18 an hour 22 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Prescription drug insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Working with families Full Job Description Sign-On Bonus Take advantage of our new sign-on bonus! Center for Family Services is a place where you can be part of a dynamic, top workplace team dedicated to improving lives. When you apply and get hired, you are eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus.

Location:

Camden County, NJ Job Type/Status:

Full-Time Salary:

$24.18 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Parent-child visitation services for CP&P- involved families with children in out-of-home placement to maintain and strengthen familial interactions and facilitate permanency. Services are provided in the least restrictive setting that maintains safety along a continuum of supervision based on family need. Core activities include ongoing assessment, visitation, aftercare (post-reunification support), transportation and documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for transporting children and/or parents to and from visitation locations; ensuring safety of passengers, maintaining vehicle; Supervises visits, as needed; Documents transportation encounters and visits; Communicates with visitation specialists, parents, resource parents, children, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Engaging Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with families in a culturally sensitive manner utilizing a family's preferred language taking into consideration a family's faith and culture. Ensures the environment for parent-child contact is safe, non-traumatizing, and promotes healthy attachment. Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with DCP&P, other providers, and supports. Active Listening Creates an environment that empowers family members, including parents, children, and caregivers to communicate their goals and needs. Utilizes various interviewing and/or communication techniques in a culturally competent manner. Recognizes non-verbal communication and maintains good eye contact and posture. Teaming Advocates for parents/families as necessary and supports them in advocating for themselves. Coaching Operates from a trauma-informed perspective.

REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or Equivalent Minimum of 1 year experience with children and families, particularly families involved with the child welfare system and/ or affected by trauma.

Note:

Thirty (30) semester hour credits from an accredited college, which must include twelve (12) semester hour credits in the behavioral sciences, may be substituted for the experience listed above. Required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey and a clean driver's abstract.

Benefits:

At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday 401k Plan Medical insurance plan options Dental & Vision Insurance Prescription Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Health & Wellness Activities Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities Opportunity for advancement About Employment at Center For Family Services Apply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together, our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit the Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org. Disclaimer Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.