Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester · 1 month ago
SKILL BUILDER & RESPITE PROVIDER (PRC)
Rochester, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$22.50/hr - $24.70/hrCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester is seeking a Skill Builder & Respite Provider to serve families with unique needs in post-adoptive, post-guardianship, and kinship placements. The role involves providing supportive services, life skills training, and crisis intervention to improve family dynamics and communication.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assesses the individual and family dynamic in the home to determine what skills need development. Develop a service plan to address areas of concern while assuring the safety of the youth/families assigned to best facilitate better family cohesion
Applies appropriate crisis intervention or de-escalation principles and techniques
Provides concrete assistance, such as respite care or help with childcare and transportation
Provides life skills and social training for youth and families
Advises and supports navigation of educational challenges
Works collaboratively with Monroe, Wayne, Steuben and Schuyler Counties, the NYS Kinship Navigator and the NYS Office of Children and Family Services
Collaborates with agencies and local district offices to gather information and develop a supportive community network to educate families regarding availability of Kinship and Adoptive services
Attends local community events to educate community and obtain program referrals
Stays up to date on community resources and services that can benefit parents and children in the program
Meets regularly with program supervisor to evaluate and implement professional growth in practice and performance
Informs supervisor in a timely fashion about significant events related to client issues
Participates in consistent supervision, ongoing staff training, and program development
Initiates professional development through reading and applying current, relevant literature, development of program activities for Kinship and Adoptive families
Completes required record documentation in accordance with Program Policies and Procedures
Works collaboratively with Case Managers to support the needs of the youth and families
Completes a strength-based assessment and needs analysis with individual/family
In collaboration with client(s), creates a client action/service plan to address goals
Documents all interactions in case records within required timelines
Coordinates service delivery and complete required pre/post-test, evaluations, and screenings
Participates in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings
Actively pursues development of professional competencies related to job performance through reading, supervision, in-service training and attendance at conferences and workshops
Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan. Including, but not limited to, supporting the Agency's Core Competency initiatives of being Collaborative and Community Focused, Innovative and Entrepreneurial, and Culturally Competent and Diverse
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in social science or social work
Valid NY State Driver License
Experience in child welfare, adoption, and/or family court systems
Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects independently
An ability to work efficiently and effectively and meet deadlines
An ability to work under pressure
Excellent verbal/written skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which support agency mission, philosophy, and policies
Willingness and ability to foster agency and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques
Possession of a valid NYS Driver's license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier
Continuous use of a reliable, registered and insured vehicle
Willingness to travel within the region
Some late afternoons or evenings may be required
Demonstrate commitment to Agency Mission Statement
Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing and documentation standards
Benefits
Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
Generous time off package and work-life balance
Comprehensive benefits package
Supportive and collaborative environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives
Company
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester
Inspired by the Gospel and rooted in Catholic Social Teaching, we’re on a mission to build a just and compassionate society to advance the dignity of all people.
Founded in 1917
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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