Family support specialist jobs in Bradenton, FL

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. LSF is looking for talented Child Welfare Case Managers who want to make an impact in the lives of others. The schedule for this role is flexible, Monday through Friday and on call! Purpose & Impact: The purpose of the Child Welfare Case Manager is to provide full wrap around case management services to LSF clients and families while establishing a relationship with them and living the agency's core values. Essential Functions: Accept all cases assigned by unit supervisor and meet with children in their primary residence within 2 working days of ITR staffing and with identified parents in sufficient time to complete a Family Assessment within 15 working days of ITR staffing. Negotiate and develop a case plan based on identified strengths and needs of the family, the circumstances bringing the family into care, recommendations provided by the Comprehensive Behavioral Health Assessment and other relevant data. This plan is to be created in collaboration with the parents, Guardian Ad Litem, foster parents and other pertinent parties with the goal of reunification or other permanency for the child. Visits the child in their primary residence according to required frequency, but no less than once every 25 days. At least one visit each quarter is to be unannounced. Accurately document all case activities in the Florida Safe Families Network database within 48 hours. Maintain the physical case file in chronological order, by subject, in accordance with the standardized case file format. Submit service requests to the lead agency Utilization Management Department and provide clients with timely referrals to services. Develop and maintain knowledge of community resources, program eligibility requirements, key contact persons, emergency procedures, and waiting lists of available resources. Maintain regular contact with service providers and document service progress in FSFN. Complete and submit court documentation within in required time frames. Prepare for, attend, and participate in all court activities as necessary. Arrange for, attend, and participate in individual case staffing as necessary. Complete all required staffing and application packets. Conduct initial and/or ongoing child safety assessments as required. Prepare initial and on-going safety plans as necessary. Arrange for emergency placement, emergency medical treatment, and emergency services for children at risk. Conduct diligent searches for parents and family members when deemed necessary and thoroughly document that the effort has been made to find the parents and family members. Conduct home studies as required for prospective placements. Provide relevant medical, psychological, behavioral and educational background information about the child or children to prospective caregivers as needed. Plan and facilitate parental and sibling visits as needed and appropriate. Personal vehicle utilized to transport children as needed. Ensure that all Independent Living functions are completed as required. Attend all appointments, staff meetings, trainings, seminars, workshops, etc., as necessary and as required by the supervisor. Function as agency on-call Case Manager as scheduled. Works cooperatively with Program Directors, with other Case Managers, with placement staff, with Protective Investigators, with Child Welfare Legal staff and with agency support staff. Effectively manages time to ensure that all home visits are completed as required, all documentation is entered into FSFN within 48 hours, court documentation is prepared according to specified time frames and court appearances are attended as necessary. Follows Florida Statutes, Administrative Code, written policies and orders of the Dependency Court in managing cases toward goals recorded in case plans. Organize, prioritize and complete all work assignments by the established deadlines. All duties are performed in accordance with the following standards: Courtesy: Treat clients, the public and staff with courtesy, respect and dignity and presents a positive public image. Communication Skills: Keep supervisor fully informed of activities, pertinent issues, upcoming events and potential problems. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in daily work. Teamwork: Support the unit, department and/or organization and work with others in an effort to accomplish the goals of the unit, department and/or organization. Safety: Employee makes a reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the work area. Training: Attend and successfully complete all mandated training courses such as the PDC Assessment and successfully passes the PDC examination, Pre-service Training. MAPP Training, In-service, etc., within the probationary period and as scheduled thereafter. The successful completion of the Field-Based Performance Assessment is an essential performance standard required for continued employment in the class of Case Manager. Confidentiality: Adhere to all confidentiality rules. Qualifications Physical Requirements: Valid Florida Driver's License and Insurance Ability to travel locally, and out of the area, in the execution of professional duties, trainings and/or conferences. Ability to operate a computer, sit for long periods of time, and develop coherent written correspondence and progress notes. Ability to adapt to irregular hours, perform some light lifting, and be flexible to rotate on call, as needed. Certified First Aid/CPR, and crisis intervention. Education/Experience Must have a minimum of one year of relevant experience and certified or become certified within one year. Must possess a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field. Degree in Social Work preferred. Skills/Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with and ability to use Microsoft Office programs Word and Excel. Ability to drive both locally and throughout the state in connection with the duties of this position. To fully understand case ownership responsibility as the integrator of all services and supports identified for each child, including therapy, other mental health services, health and dentistry, developmental services, educational support, permanency and safety; as well as their responsibility to make trauma sensitive transitions when it is determined that a caretaker lacks the needed level of responsibility to care for their children. Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs. Why work for LSF? LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization. Amazing benefits package including : Medical, Dental and Vision Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employer paid life insurance (1X salary) 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year) Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement Tuition reimbursement LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Full-time Description About Us: If you're looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you. Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay. We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference. What we offer: · Salary: $45,000 - $48,000 · Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it. · Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans. · PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees. · 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually. · Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match. · $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries. · Employee Assistance Program · Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates. · Tuition reimbursement program · Training and career development. · Discounted membership at the YMCA. Job Functions: The Family Advocate provides mobile case management services; evaluates and assesses immediate needs; coaches clients in the development of case plans; functions as a liaison between clients, community service providers and program component staff. In addition, the Family Advocate connects families with services and coordinates all First Hug services for families. Essential Responsibilities: Provide mobile social work services (home visits) to First Hug families, developing a case plan, coordinating all First Hug services for families, and directing clients to other areas of assistance. Maintain minimum weekly contact to track family's progress. Maintains up to date client case notes, history, and data, utilizing best practices to keep client information confidential. Generates and compiles client outcomes and reports within Unity and Excel for reporting to funders for program. Keep confidential records up to date and according to the Code of Ethics. Maintain professional boundaries. Coordinate with all Metropolitan Ministries programs staff to ensure each service will be utilized to best meet the needs of the family. Incorporate all staff in follow-through of service utilization. Visit and meet with community service providers, service organizations and institutions which prove beneficial to the maintenance of First Hug families. Meet personal goals and actively contributes to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals as stated on the KPI and in the annual plan. Support team in other tasks as assigned. Attend all required staff meetings and on-going trainings. Support the holiday tent operations as directed. Support the team in other tasks as assigned. Requirements Education and Experience: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in the human services field and two years of work experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Must be knowledgeable about homeless issues, with experience working with individuals with mental health/substance abuse issues and/or be willing to seek continuing education related to the homeless population with opportunities for certification or licensure. Skill Requirements: Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. Must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team framework; strong interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communications skills; dependability; demonstrates maturity and sensitivity to cultural and individual differences in clients served; ability to handle job related matters in a professional, diplomatic, and confidential manner; willing to work with minimal supervision, yet be able to accept direction; well organized and detail oriented. Requires heart for ministry and comfort working with poor and homeless families and individuals. Requires understanding of poverty, a high degree of maturity, strong inter-personal skills and the ability to work with low socio-economic and diverse populations facing crisis situations in a professional and diplomatic manner. Knowledge of community resources available to homeless population. Must demonstrate maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity. Ability to work as part of a team within a multi-disciplinary framework. Ability to offer services where homeless families are staying (car, tent, motels, and housing not fit for habitation). Ability to deescalate clients on the edge of verbal or physical violence. Ability to work as part of a team within a multi-disciplinary framework. Demonstrates computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Requires oral and written communication skills and the ability to write reports and conduct and participate in meetings. Physical Requirements: Hearing and speaking ability, which allows for effective oral communication; physical and emotional stamina to effectively handle job related issues and stress. Other: Must pass applicable pre-employment screening and demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at ************ or via email at ****************************

Qualifications: Bachelor's of Master's degree in social services or behavioral health field with at least two years of experience working with children and families. Bilingual capability preferred. Job Function: Provides assessment, development of the Family Support Plan, and linkage and referral to community based services and resources to assist in the alleviation of assigned families identified needs and/or service barriers. Facilitates Family Support Care Planning and acts as an expert for other team members regarding available community resources. Physical Requirements: Ability to see and hear in emergency situations. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to travel independently to various sites in the community. Must be able to complete all portions of NAPPI training that are assigned and perform any NAPPI techniques for which the employee has been trained. Special Working Conditions: Exposure to youths and families served and a variety of program conditions, which may include long, irregular hours, on-call duties and local travel. Exposure to a wide range of community environments outside the agency.

2 positions available SUMMARY: This is a professional family educator position responsible for the delivery and instruction of the Nurturing Parenting curricula, child development education support and developmentally appropriate activities for families with children and reports to the Family Learning Center Program Manager. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Duties: 1. Plan and deliver parent-child visitation groups, support groups, reflective groups. Facilitate the Nurturing Parenting program according to program guidelines. This would include but not be limited to: • planning for groups • preparing for groups • providing a warm and welcoming environment for participants • facilitating the group experience in line with program expectations and • cleaning up after group 2. Coordinate developmental assessment collections as described by the funder 3. Organize & maintain education and program supplies for efficient access and inventory control. 4. Maintain accurate and timely records. 5. Attend staff meetings, on-going in-service training, and reflective supervision as required. 6. Complete accurate and timely data collection to complete reporting requirements and support program's compliance to contract, grant, accreditation, and agency requirements. 7. Cultivate and manage collaborative relationships with other serving agencies which may include presentations, participation with Cove Behavioral Health community events, special projects, and attending meetings as a representative of the Family Learning Center. 8. Participate on appropriate agency, department, and community planning teams. 9. Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: 1. A minimum of a bachelor's degree in social/behavioral sciences, education, or related field. 2. At least three years of relevant experience. 3. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. 4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills (e.g., non-judgmental, objective, reflective, empathetic, patient, tactful). 5. Strong organizational and record keeping skills. 6. Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, kneel, bend, reach, and manipulate objects; move materials up to 10 pounds on a regular basis; infrequently move materials weighing up to 40 pounds. 7. Some travel around Hillsborough County required. 8. Must be sensitive to the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of the population that Champions for Children serves. 9. Must have reliable vehicle, active auto insurance, and a valid Florida driver's license. 10. Must successfully complete a Florida level 2 criminal background clearance, motor vehicle records check, and drug screening. 11. Ability to work during non-traditional hours: Tuesday to Saturday schedule, some possible evening hours Position location: Family Learning Center (Located at Cove Behavioral Health Campus) 4422 E. Columbus Dr., Tampa, FL 33605 and 3107 N. 50th Street, Suite B, Tampa, FL 33619

Job Details Clearwater Office - Clearwater, FL Full Time Graduate Degree $50000.00 - $50000.00 Salary/year Description Serving Pasco County Are you a Master level Clinician seeking to work as a team to nurture and transform the stability and functioning of families? Camelot, a leading non-profit in the state of Florida, offers: flexible schedules mileage reimbursement paid training in FFT-CW manageable case load sizes weekly individual and group consultation 11 paid holidays annually multiple Health/Dental/Vision/Life Ins Options generous PTO Therapists provide therapeutic techniques as delineated in the treatment plan with assigned children and families in the modality of family therapy, intervention and support to create a therapeutic environment in the home. This program operates under the direction of the Program Director. Therapists will provide, at a minimum, weekly one-hour, home-based family therapy sessions to clients. Therapists will utilize the FFT model with families and carry a caseload of 8 to 10 families, providing services anywhere from 12 to 16 weeks. Master's Degree Required Qualifications Master's Degree Required

Working Title: FAMILY FINDER SPECIALIST - 60074768 Pay Plan: Career Service 60074768 Salary: TBD per DCF Salary Policy Total Compensation Estimator Tool Family Finder Specialist Department of Children and Families SunCoast Region Clearwater Florida Pinellas County Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. What you will do: This position performs advanced family finding program efforts to discover, engage, plan, make decisions, and evaluate strategies to locate relatives and fictive kin. Additionally, this position is responsible for providing assistance with the completion of home study assessments on identified potential placements and engaging with the Judicial system, as appropriate, to support placement changes. The position will be working mostly in the northern counties of the Suncoast region - Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco Counties. Incumbent will: Conducts extensive/advanced searches, such as case mining, mobility mapping, internet searches and cold calls, to locate adult relatives and fictive kin. Conducts home study assessments on identified potential placements and provides a recommendation the primary worker on placement consideration. Collaborate with the child protective investigator to identify and build positive connections between the child and the child's relatives and fictive kin. Identify and build positive connections between the child and the child's relatives and fictive kin. Attends and participates in family finding group decision making which may include conducting a multidisciplinary meeting with all parties involved and prospective family members or fictive kin. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with organizations and other agencies involved with child welfare such as community-based care providers, Children's Legal Services, Guardian ad Litem, schools, clinical professionals, and other community agency resources. Regularly reviews and identifies any changes to Florida Statutes, DCF Operational Procedures, Administrative Rule and policies. Ensures participants are aware of changes, confidentiality and HIPAA, and identifies potential problems related to case specifics. Engages with the Judiciary and Children's Legal Services/State Attorney's Office, as appropriate, the support placement changes Other duties as assigned What you are expected to know: Knowledge in Florida's Practice Model and Florida's official electronic system of record, Florida Safe Family Network (FSFN). Experience in Microsoft Office, familiar with the child welfare system, excellent written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal skills relative to diverse populations in academic, public health, and community settings. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing deadlines. Analytical, decision making, and organizational skills. Licensure/Certification: Bachelor's Degree; Valid Florida Driver's License, Certified Child Welfare Professional through the Florida Certification Board Other job related requirements: Travel to the Northern Suncoast Region's service cetners, including but not limited to: Tampa, New Port Richey and Clearwater, Fl. Successful completion of the Department's approved training in Family Finders methodology. Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: No state income tax for residents of Florida; Annual and Sick Leave benefits; Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year; State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options; Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click *************** Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit ***************************** Growth Opportunities: With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development. Where you will work: Florida is the only state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. In other words, no matter where you land in Florida, you're never more than 60 miles from a body of saltwater. And if the beach isn't your scene, there are 175 state parks to explore! Meanwhile, Floridians hail from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and walks of life, making it an incredibly diverse melting pot that many residents and visitors to Florida love. The Sunshine State is a great place to live and work - Come join our team! About Department of Children and Families: Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families. Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve. To learn more please visit ****************************** If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be suspended or voided, and you will be required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement. The position will perform all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures. We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Participation in the State of Florida Direct Deposit Program is required as a condition of employment per F.S. 110.113, and enrollment must be completed within the first 30 calendar days of your appointment. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location:

IMPORTANT! - Please navigate to the following website: *********************** to apply for this position: Click on the “Career Opportunities” icon. Scroll down to the link, “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Office Employment Application Here.” Complete the “mini” job application and attach your current resume. Select HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY for the job location OR Email your mini application and resume directly to ******************* ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida's award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida's dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child centered representation. The Office assigns a multi-disciplinary team which is comprised of a guardian ad litem attorney, a child welfare professional, and hopefully a community volunteer or pro bono attorney, to represent each child the Office is court appointed to. The Child Advocate Manager serves as the child welfare professional on the multi-disciplinary team and is responsible for overseeing a team of guardian ad litem volunteers for which they assign to serve on individual cases. More information about the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at ***********************. BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE: Paid holidays each calendar year Two paid personal holidays each fiscal year Paid sick leave days accrued within the calendar year Paid annual leave days accrued within the calendar year FRS Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Child Advocate Manager training and professional certification with the Florida Certification Board SALARY Annual: $43,004.41 ABOUT THE WORK The Child Advocate Manager position encompasses a broad range of consultative, administrative and advocacy activities. The Child Advocate Manager may also supervise a group of Guardian Ad Litem Office Child Advocate volunteers. Some examples of a “typical” working day may include the following: Collaborate with the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, management, Department of Children and Families, contracted service providers, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Education, Law Enforcement, etc. Overseeing the work of Guardian ad Litem Office volunteers. Gathering and documenting independent pertinent case information. Providing best interests advocacy recommendations to the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, to the court and to our child welfare partners. Preparing written reports to the court. Provide testimony to the court. Attending internal and external case-related court hearings, depositions, case plan conferences, dependency mediations, staffing's and meetings. Visiting and contacting assigned children, parents, caregivers, schools and service providers. Utilizing the organization's database and reporting systems. Participating in internal and external training, meetings and conferences. ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The following are desirable knowledge, skills, abilities and traits for prospective Child Advocate Manager position candidates: Self-motivated and achievement oriented. Strong desire to learn and pursue personal development. Ability to take direction and work as part of a team. Ability to effectively interact with and/or influence people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to exercise discretion, respect privacy and maintain confidentiality. Strong organizational/time management skills and ability to meet deadlines. Excellent oral, written and computer literacy skills. Able to maintain a professional and effective demeanor in emotional or traumatic situations. Ability to coach, instruct and motivate volunteers. Knowledge of case management, social support services and concepts of child development. Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse and mental health. Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System. Knowledge of Florida Statutes relating to child welfare and protection. ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS The following are education and experience requirements for prospective Child Advocate Manager position candidates: Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in sociology, social work, psychology, child development, education, juvenile justice, communications, or a related social science is preferred but prior experience will be considered to meet the degree requirement. Experience could include time as Child Protective Investigator, Dependency Case Manager, Juvenile Probation Officer, Law Enforcement, Military, Educators, or other professional experiences working with children and families. Two years of experience in a program focusing on child welfare, social service, counseling, teaching, managing people or supervising volunteers is desired but not required. Experience with critical decision making, planning, organizing, coaching, leading, or supervising will be helpful to a successful candidate. All individuals hired after February 1, 2020, must be able to obtain a Child Advocate Manager Certification offered by the Florida Certification Board within 12 months of hire date. Maintain Child Advocate Manager certification during the duration of employment. Agency pays costs of certification. (Please note: The Executive Director or designee may grant an exception for the required education and experience.)

Get to know Thompson! We were founded in 1886 as an orphanage and have grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas and into Florida. Thompson's continuum of care encompasses three domains: early childhood, family stability, and mental health. All Thompson programs are trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0-18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity! What will you do as a Family Support Worker? As a Family Support Worker in the Florida Case Management Organization (CMO) department, you will provide transportation of youth to/from out-of-home care placements, to/from school, and to/from visits. Family Support Workers also supervise parent visits. A typical day as a Family Support Worker will include managing crisis, de-escalating youth and adults, and driving. As a Family Support Worker, a large amount of time is spent face to face with high need teenagers transporting them. Work hours vary based on shift and client demand, an on-call schedule for nights and weekends is required. What does this position offer? Starting Pay Rate: $18 hourly Fantastic Full-time benefits… 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays! Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance options 401K Match Education Reimbursement Referral Bonus Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible candidates obtaining licensure Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans Paid time off for volunteering in the community Free EAP services Mileage Reimbursement iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles Multiple opportunities for growth Requirements Minimum Qualifications/Requirements: High School diploma/GED required; A.A. preferred A minimum of 1 year of relevant professional experience (human services or childcare experience preferred) Excellent written and oral communication skills Must have reliable vehicle/transportation A valid driver's license, at least 3 years of driving with a driver's license and a clean driving record are required. Must meet any credentialing, licensing and privileging standards as it pertains to the department All potential job candidates must pass a drug screening test, and an extensive background check is required. You're the right fit for the Family Support Worker position if… You have a passion for working with youth & adolescents! You enjoy knowing you're making an IMPACT on the lives of others! EXCELLENCE, INNOVATION, COMMITMENT, CARING, AND INTEGRITY are important to you! If your qualifications meet the requirements of the job and you want to be part of a winning culture, don't delay! Apply at thompsoncff.org where we are strengthening Children, Families, and Communities! Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thompson participates in E-Verify and Diana Screen for Florida locations. #TCFFJOBS Salary Description $18 hourly

Job Details Buschwood - Tampa, FL Full Time $18.00 HourlyDescription General Purpose of Job Support clients engaged in the dependency system. Work in conjuncture with the child welfare case management staff to support parental progress in treatment interventions, education, and other supportive services; and to assist in maintaining child safety and well-being. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Support families in their efforts to complete all child welfare related tasks Act as a resource to families as they engage the community for formal and informal supports Monitor safety plans and document observations to ensure compliance with safety plans, engagement, and progress of families. Provide documentation of observations of all client activities when interacting with the child or family Participate in staffings and court hearings as needed Participate in the quality improvement process Adherence of all data collection into automated systems including FSFN Other duties may be assigned, and special projects may be requested Working Hours CNH's work week is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. Your supervisor will advise you of your work hours; this position will require flexible hours and days of the week. Travel Travel in and outside of Circuit 13 is required. Training All employees must complete fifteen (15) hours of on-line or classroom Training on an annual basis. Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications Education and Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required, A.A. degree preferred; a minimum one (1) year of child welfare or family support related experience; must have a working knowledge of community services and resources in our local area. Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities is a must. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships is also a must. Skills and Abilities Must be able to operate standard modern office machinery, including fax, telephone, calculator, computer, scanner, printer, copier, and mail machine. Minimum typing speed of 50 wpm; excellent word processing skills. Must be competent with Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook. Must be competent with basic e-mail protocol and procedures including sending, receiving, replying, attachments, and meeting scheduling; excellent written and oral communication skills; effective listening skills; self-motivated; ability to manage various work assignments simultaneously; ability to work as a team member, and the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. Must abide by the highest standards of confidentiality. Pre-employment requirements Valid driver's license required, with proof of insurance Clean Driver's License check is a requirement (annually) No special certification or registration is required for this position Criminal background screening (fingerprinting) (Local Law Enforcement and FBI/FDLE) Drug Screening is a requirement Children's Network participates in E-Verify Other Requirements LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top managers, public groups, and/or boards of directors. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job requires the ability to sit for extended periods; walk; stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. This job requires visual acuity sufficient to read and to operate standard modern office machines. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is administrative work in an indoor office environment with a moderate noise level (business machines, printers, computers, telephones). Remember: If you are currently an employee of Children's Network of Hillsborough Florida, LLC, or one of our Case Management Organizations, it is necessary that you notify your current Supervisor, prior to applying.

Job Description Job Summary: Responsible professional work delivering family support services utilizing a broad range of community services and natural support systems. Involves a broad range of training and development activities, assessment services, and consultation and requires quality documentation of services provided. Participates in organization's continuous quality improvement efforts. Essential Functions: Gathers appropriate referral and assessment information for SEEDS Team. Monitors ongoing progress and needs within the family and all supportive services. Serves as liaison to connect the youth and family, and any and all involved agencies and systems, together as identified, i.e. educational community, etc. Carries a caseload of at least 20-25 families. Links families to services and natural support systems as stated in the Family Support Plan. Coordinates existing and added services. Maintains fidelity to the SEEDS model. Evaluates effectiveness of Family Support Plan. Reviews and evaluates outcomes. Works within the philosophy and function of Children's Home Network Adheres to virtual office procedures Participates as a member of the SEEDS Team. Performs other duties as assigned. ***THESE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS A COMPLETE STATEMENT OF ALL DUTIES PERFORMED. EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM OTHER JOB RELATED MARGINAL DUTIES AS REQUIRED.*** MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field from an accredited university or college preferred with at least 1 year of experience in children's services; or a High School diploma plus three (3) years' experience in children's services or education. Licenses & Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license with no record of criminal driving offense of license suspension. Must possess means of providing job related transportation and show proof of required insurance. Must be insurable under CHN's current auto insurance policy. Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Must successfully complete and maintain FDLE clearance, Federal background and state criminal background checks, and sexual predator screening. COMPETENCIES & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Annual Training Requirements: The following training topics are required annually: Sexual Harassment, Blood-born Pathogens, Workplace Accident Prevention and Reporting, Confidentiality and Privacy Practices, Diversity/Cultural Competency, Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Statutes and Methods, Prevention of Violence in the Workplace, OSHA-related training, Crisis Prevention, and Program Goals. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to establish effective working relationships with families, coworkers, supervisors, and other individuals. Possess effective interpersonal skills. Knowledge of agency's organizational structure, standard operating procedures, and policies. Knowledge of child abuse or neglect reporting procedures and methods. Knowledge of infant and child development inclusive of developmentally appropriate strategies. Knowledge of intervention and behavior management methods, strategies, and techniques. Knowledge of quality documentation as required by agency standards, rules, and regulations. Ability to conduct assessments to develop family plans, and to provide follow-up services. Ability to work as a multi-disciplinary team member in a positive productive manner. Essential Physical Skills: Visual: ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, read printed materials, and make observations of physical facilities. Hearing: ability to understand and comprehend spoken dialogue in individual and group settings. Ability to speak clearly and effectively. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Environmental Conditions: Works within an office environment, home office, or in family's home. High level of emotional discussions, requiring self-awareness and understanding of professional boundaries.

Job DescriptionABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Established in 1970, Boley Centers, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization serving individuals with mental disabilities, individuals and families who are homeless, Veterans and youth in Pinellas County. Boley Centers, Inc., a nationally recognized and accredited behavioral health care agency, has an opening for a full-time Family Support Coordinator. BENEFITS: 10 paid holidays per year Paid Time Off Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Tuition reimbursement Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision JOB SUMMARY: Assesses service and support needs of at risk youth and their families and ensures needed services are provided to all assigned to caseload. Monitors success of interventions, conducts home visits and follow-ups, completes and files reports, records, documents, etc. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Formulates and implements service plans for each assigned youth and their family; updates plan every six months. May screen/do intakes for program participants. Coordinates community appointments, i.e. medical, dental, therapy, etc. Connects youth and parents to needed mentoring services, therapy, parenting classes, etc. Conducts home visits to conduct assessments and provide counseling/support. Makes and/or receives calls regarding a broad spectrum of client related issues involving contact with a wide variety of individuals (parents, friends, etc.), social services (Medicaid, Social Security, etc.) and service providers both internal and external to Boley Centers. Maintains contact with local school guidance counselors to monitor progress and collect data. Meets, as needed, with individuals to intervene and or advocate on behalf of youth and family. Completes documentation required to ensure ongoing compliance with all internal and/or external requirements. Maintains ongoing awareness of each assigned youth and family's needs, through frequent personal meetings, with each youth and household. Conducts on-going follow-ups to ensure on-going success and intervenes as needed. Operates own or agency vehicle to transport youth and/or travel between locations. Provides and/or arranges for 24 hour crisis intervention. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required. No substitution permitted. Education must be from an accredited school, college, or university. At least one year of experience working with youth who are at risk and/or emotionally disturbed. Knowledge of mental illness and symptoms, mental health system and supports and community social services systems. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid Florida driver's license, own transportation vehicle and insurance required. Must pass a Level II Background Check and drug screen. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Boley Centers is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use. EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP

IMPORTANT! - Please navigate to the following website: *********************** to apply for this position: Click on the “Career Opportunities” icon. Scroll down to the link, “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Office Employment Application Here.” Complete the “mini” job application and attach your current resume. Select HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY for the job location OR Email your mini application and resume directly to ******************* ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida's award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida's dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child centered representation. The Office assigns a multi-disciplinary team which is comprised of a guardian ad litem attorney, a child welfare professional, and hopefully a community volunteer or pro bono attorney, to represent each child the Office is court appointed to. The Child Advocate Manager serves as the child welfare professional on the multi-disciplinary team and is responsible for overseeing a team of guardian ad litem volunteers for which they assign to serve on individual cases. More information about the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at ***********************. BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE: Paid holidays each calendar year Two paid personal holidays each fiscal year Paid sick leave days accrued within the calendar year Paid annual leave days accrued within the calendar year FRS Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Child Advocate Manager training and professional certification with the Florida Certification Board SALARY Annual: $43,004.41 ABOUT THE WORK The Child Advocate Manager position encompasses a broad range of consultative, administrative and advocacy activities. The Child Advocate Manager may also supervise a group of Guardian Ad Litem Office Child Advocate volunteers. Some examples of a “typical” working day may include the following: Collaborate with the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, management, Department of Children and Families, contracted service providers, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Education, Law Enforcement, etc. Overseeing the work of Guardian ad Litem Office volunteers. Gathering and documenting independent pertinent case information. Providing best interests advocacy recommendations to the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, to the court and to our child welfare partners. Preparing written reports to the court. Provide testimony to the court. Attending internal and external case-related court hearings, depositions, case plan conferences, dependency mediations, staffing's and meetings. Visiting and contacting assigned children, parents, caregivers, schools and service providers. Utilizing the organization's database and reporting systems. Participating in internal and external training, meetings and conferences. ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The following are desirable knowledge, skills, abilities and traits for prospective Child Advocate Manager position candidates: Self-motivated and achievement oriented. Strong desire to learn and pursue personal development. Ability to take direction and work as part of a team. Ability to effectively interact with and/or influence people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to exercise discretion, respect privacy and maintain confidentiality. Strong organizational/time management skills and ability to meet deadlines. Excellent oral, written and computer literacy skills. Able to maintain a professional and effective demeanor in emotional or traumatic situations. Ability to coach, instruct and motivate volunteers. Knowledge of case management, social support services and concepts of child development. Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse and mental health. Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System. Knowledge of Florida Statutes relating to child welfare and protection. ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS The following are education and experience requirements for prospective Child Advocate Manager position candidates: Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in sociology, social work, psychology, child development, education, juvenile justice, communications, or a related social science is preferred but prior experience will be considered to meet the degree requirement. Experience could include time as Child Protective Investigator, Dependency Case Manager, Juvenile Probation Officer, Law Enforcement, Military, Educators, or other professional experiences working with children and families. Two years of experience in a program focusing on child welfare, social service, counseling, teaching, managing people or supervising volunteers is desired but not required. Experience with critical decision making, planning, organizing, coaching, leading, or supervising will be helpful to a successful candidate. All individuals hired after February 1, 2020, must be able to obtain a Child Advocate Manager Certification offered by the Florida Certification Board within 12 months of hire date. Maintain Child Advocate Manager certification during the duration of employment. Agency pays costs of certification. (Please note: The Executive Director or designee may grant an exception for the required education and experience.)

Under the direction of the Early Head Start (EHS) Program Director the Family Services and Community Engagement Specialist is responsible to apply professional expertise and over-sight in the ERSEA (Enrollment, Recruitment, Selection, Eligibility and Attendance) Department, ensuring that the agency complies with all regulations per applicable Performance Standards. Analyze, plan, implement and provide training on enrollment systems for the department. Maintain on-going contact with families and work with all other components of Head Start such as (health, nutrition, mental health, special services, parent engagement and resource/referral) to integrate services into the family setting. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Managing Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance. * Provide input and solutions to develop and or revise the agency's ERSEA systems, policy and procedures. * Process Head Start applications and screen for qualifications under Head Start program guidelines. * Conduct orientations for all families that will be entering the EHS program. * Ensure sites maintain funded enrollment level and waiting list, as well as fill vacancies as needed. * Monitor attendance of children in assigned classes and follow up on absences as necessary. * Analyze causes of absenteeism when average daily attendance falls below 85%. * Analyzing community assessment information and facilitate planning efforts to determine design options, recruitment efforts and enrollment guidelines for Head Start. * Maintain and monitor comprehensive and eligibility files on an ongoing basis. * Maintain, monitor and submit required reports by established deadlines. * Complete a Family Needs Assessment as well as Family Partnership Agreements with assigned families and make appropriate referrals to community resources. Maintain regular contact with families to keep abreast of needs and interest using various forms of communication including home visits if needed. * Provide information to parents for health screenings and follow up appointments as indicated for Head Start children and ensure required follow up is completed. Maintain health records for assigned children. * Provide quality health and social services to Head Start children and families, according to Head Start guidelines * Provide support needed to encourage and assist families in their own efforts to improve the condition and quality of their family life. * Conduct transition meetings with families that have children age 30 months, to provide a smooth transition process from Early Head Start to Head Start. * Monitor and update our Head Start Management System (ChildPlus) on a weekly and monthly basis. * Conduct recruitment activities which include agency and community outreach/events, and distribution of materials as assigned. * Participate in staff and parent meetings. Attend other meetings and workshops as assigned. * Recruit parents for parent committee as well as policy committee * With support from operations, program director and administration director, plans and leads policy committee meetings in which long and short-term goals for improvement are established. * Maintain, monitor and submit required reports by established deadlines; reviews and analyzes monthly reports including attendance. Reports to operations and program director any data discrepancies or concerns. * Create and submit weekly and monthly enrollment reports for Grantee Family and Community Engagement Manager * Assisting Administration Director in the planning and coordination of special events (health and program events, e.g. dental bus, lead, winter wonderland etc.), ensuring all logistics are in place and timelines are met. * Assist Administration Director when needed inputting Health Documents into the Head Start Management System (ChildPlus). * Create and conduct monthly parent meetings. * Perform other duties as assigned. Education/ Experience Required: * Bachelor's Degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field, or attain within eighteen months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field. * Minimum 1 year Early Head Start (EHS)/Head Start (HS) experience preferred. * Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisor and families. * Possess Strong verbal and written communication effective organizational skills including time management and prioritization skills. * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office. * Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Certifications/Trainings Required: * Must obtain within 30 days of employment and then maintain current certifications in CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen Administration. * Maintain other required certifications as stated in the training matrix. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job includes, but not limited to: * The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and authorized work phone/smart device. * Ability to instruct and observe participants during program activities. * The employee frequently is required to see, observe, and hear all participants, and make sound judgments and decisions. * Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including, but not limited to, leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. * Ability to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. * Hear noises and distress signals in the program environment, including in the classroom and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. * Must have flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. * Ability to lift and move a minimum of 30 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. * Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme humidity/dampness, heat and cold. * The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. * This position requires reliable transportation and willing to travel, if needed. * This position may require availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. ACCOUNTABILITY: Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties. Accountable for attaining and exceeding all State licensing standards as well as Association Operating Guidelines.

Job DescriptionQualifications: Bachelor's of Master's degree in social services or behavioral health field with at least two years of experience working with children and families. Bilingual capability preferred. Job Function: Provides assessment, development of the Family Support Plan, and linkage and referral to community based services and resources to assist in the alleviation of assigned families identified needs and/or service barriers. Facilitates Family Support Care Planning and acts as an expert for other team members regarding available community resources. Physical Requirements: Ability to see and hear in emergency situations. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to travel independently to various sites in the community. Must be able to complete all portions of NAPPI training that are assigned and perform any NAPPI techniques for which the employee has been trained. Special Working Conditions: Exposure to youths and families served and a variety of program conditions, which may include long, irregular hours, on-call duties and local travel. Exposure to a wide range of community environments outside the agency. Monday through Friday. 40 hours per week.

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Father Resources and Network Community (FRANC) TITLE: Family Coach (Family Educator) CLASSIFICATION: Part -Time (20 hours per week), Non-Exempt (HOURLY) Join our Family Coach (Family Education Facilitators) team and become a vital part of a caring, culturally responsive support network dedicated to fathers and father figures in Hillsborough County with children aged 17 and under. In this direct -service position, you'll be trained and accredited to deliver proven, evidence based- curricula-empowering father by improving parenting confidence, engagement, and helping them to address behavioral and emotional challenges with their children. Are you passionate about promoting positive changes in families? Comfortable facilitating group experiences with fathers and father-figures? This may be the role for you! Bilingual candidates-especially those fluent in Spanish-are strongly encouraged to apply. This position reports to the Lead Family Coach with our fatherhood team. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 1. Provides consultation to fathers in adherence to the evidence-based curricula adopted by the program. 2. Plans and coordinates delivery of services with FRANC team to assure compliance with regulatory standards and reporting requirements (Department of Children & Families, Council on Accreditation, and curricula organization). 3. Reviews screenings and assessments, utilizing program specific protocol and consult with case management when community supports are needed. 4. Cultivate and manage ongoing collaborative relationships with other CFC programs as well as in the early childhood, child welfare, behavioral health, legal, housing, and family serving communities. 5. Timely data entry into participant records and data collection systems. 6. Prepare for and participate in case reviews with the Interdisciplinary Team. 7. Adheres strictly to policies which ensure participant confidentiality. 8. Participates in and supports the agency's performance and quality improvement processes. 9. Participates in outreach development and delivery of community events. 10. Participates in related training and workshops. 11. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Minimum bachelor's degree in social work, human services, or related field. 2. Preference will be given to individuals with a minimum of 3 years prior experience supporting father and father figures with family support/case management services. 3. Complete required training and certification for selected curricula, training will be provided if not already certified. 4. Manage a caseload; organize and prioritize work assignments; make decisions and independent judgments; determine the appropriate course of action in emergency or stressful situations; and recognize reportable events. 5. Computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Microsoft 365 web-based applications and using internet search engines and other online research tools. 6. Ability to work in the office, clients' homes and in the community. 7. Available to work evenings and some Saturdays for community and program events. 8. Bilingual in English/Spanish is an advantage but not required. 9. Professional, self-directed, follow-through on projects and prompt responsiveness to internal and external stakeholders. 10. Good interpersonal skills, team-oriented, customer service focused enjoys working with others. 11. Good interpersonal skills, team-oriented, customer service focused enjoys working with others. 12. Strong verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively. 13. Light physical demands: Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, kneel, bend, reach, and manipulate objects; lift and move materials up to 10 pounds on a regular basis; infrequently require to lift or move materials weighing up to 20 pounds. 14. Able to travel in the communities served; must have a reliable car, active auto insurance, and valid Florida driver's license. 15. Must be sensitive to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the population that Champions for Children serves. 16. Must be able to successfully complete a Florida level 2 criminal background clearance, motor vehicle records check and drug screening.

About Us: If youre looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you. Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay. We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference. What we offer: · Salary: $45,000 - $47,000 · Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it. · Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans. · PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees. · 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually. · Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match. · $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries. · Employee Assistance Program · Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates. · Tuition reimbursement program · Training and career development. · Discounted membership at the YMCA. Job Functions: The Child Advocate supports the Community First Hug Program and will assist in taking responsibility for the assessment, identification and referral of developmental needs of children birth middle school participating in the program. The position also focuses on the parents of these young children and providing education and support to ensure developmental and educational success. In addition, the Child Advocate will assist in the administering of the Parent Child Plus Program (PC+) Essential Responsibilities: Implement the childrens developmental assessment process using ASQ-3 and other validated developmental screening tools to develop a plan for each child. Facilitate completion of ASQ-3 at every necessary interval including follow up, sharing results with caregivers and entering data. Make appropriate referrals for children with questionable or delayed scores and assist with follow through to ensure service needs are met. Collect and report developmental screening data. Meet regularly with the parents of children 0-middle school age children, providing education and resources, and introducing opportunities for parental involvement. Coordinate needed medical services and further developmental evaluations as needed. Coordinate all services with families primary Family Advocate. Participate in regular meetings to develop plans for families and monitor progress. Keep confidential records according to the Ethical Boundaries for Those That Serve. Maintain professional boundaries. Demonstrate flexibility in work schedule to ensure that client/program needs are being met. Lead Parenting Classes such as SIDs, Circle of Security and Emotion Coaching. Support the Education team, Director of Education and PCH+ program as needed. Requirements: Education and Experience: A minimum of a B.A. or B.S. degree in an education, health or social services related field. Minimum of three years of experience in the fields of social services or education. Direct experience working with children and parents required. Home visitation experience. Bilingual required (English & Spanish). Skill Requirements: Must be able to work effectively with children and parents, representing and communicating their status and progress to small groups and professionals within a network comprised of the Hillsborough County School District, Metropolitan Ministries service providers, and applicable and related medical social service providers in the surrounding community. Must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team framework; strong interpersonal and supervisory skills; strong oral and written communications skills; dependability; demonstrates maturity and sensitivity to cultural and individual differences in clients served; ability to handle job related matters in a professional, diplomatic, and confidential manner; willing to work with minimal supervision, yet be able to accept direction; well organized and detail oriented. Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Access, Word and Excel required. Requires heart for ministry and comfort working with poor and homeless families and individuals. Requires understanding of poverty, a high degree of maturity, strong inter-personal skills and the ability to work with low socio-economic and diverse populations facing crisis situations in a professional and diplomatic manner. Knowledge of community resources available to homeless population. Must demonstrate maturity and sensitivity to issues of faith, culture, and other sources of diversity. Ability to work as part of a team within a multi-disciplinary framework. Physical Requirements: Hearing and speaking ability, which allows for effective oral communication; physical and emotional stamina to effectively handle job related issues and stress. Other: Must pass applicable pre-employment screening and demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must be available to work during normal school hours and for evening meetings as required. Must pass required background pre-employment screening. Must have a valid drivers license and be able to transport self and clients when necessary. PI2214384fd09e-31181-38784330

Working Title: FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER - 60075108 Pay Plan: Career Service 60075108 Salary: agency to update Total Compensation Estimator Tool Family Support Worker Department of Children and Families Tampa, Florida Open Competitive Tuesday-Saturday Tuesday- Friday- 11-8 Saturday-8-5 What you will do: In this position you will be responsible for assisting Child Protective Investigators, which includes coordinating and providing transportation for families. Additionally, you will assist investigators in maintaining a caseload of families receiving social services. How you will make an impact: * Assist investigators in maintaining caseload of families receiving social services. * Assist clients in completing forms for services and benefits. * Assist individuals and/or families in providing and arranging for social, medical, education, employment and training, day care services and housing. * Provide materials to individuals and/or families about nutrition, infant development and parenting skills. * Ensure immunizations and well-baby visits are received in a timely manner. * Assist individuals and/or families in learning how to access community services. * Work with family to develop family support plan. * Conduct interviews to collect household data in order to assist household members. * Coordinate necessary transportation for families. * Maintain and updates client files. * Participate in trainings * Make referrals for emergency ongoing services within the agency and to other agencies. * Maintain liaison with community agencies and service organizations in order to determine the results of services rendered to individual clients. * Provide phone and client contact support. * Perform related work as required. Qualifications: * High School Diploma. * Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. * Must possess operational private vehicle for use in the performance of daily work activities. Selected applicants are required to provide proof of vehicle registration and documentation of the appropriate insurance coverage. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of basic childcare practices. * Knowledge of elderly care practices. * Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective communication. * Knowledge of community resources. * Knowledge of program objectives. * Knowledge of basic arithmetic. * Skill in basic counseling techniques. * Ability to assist clients in accessing community resource services. * Ability to understand and apply the methods and practices used in medical, nursing, nutrition, child development or childcare settings. * Ability to interview clients to identify needs. * Ability to communicate effectively. * Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities. * Ability to establish and maintain working relationship with others. Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. * Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. * Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. * Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. * It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume" in place of entering work history. * If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at **************. Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: * No state income tax for residents of Florida; * Annual and Sick Leave benefits; * Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year; * State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options; * Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click *************** * Flexible Spending Accounts; * Tuition waivers; * And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit ***************************** Growth Opportunities: With 12,000 employees across the state DCF promotes opportunities and training for all. Our jobs are among the most challenging, complex, and difficult in State government. They are also among the most rewarding. All employees are encouraged to take advantage of available Department opportunities for advancement and professional development. About Department of Children and Families: Mission: The mission of the Department of Children and Families is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Vision: We are a highly skilled workforce committed to empowering people with complex and varied needs to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and their families. In collaboration with community stakeholders, we will deliver world class and continuously improving service focused on providing the people we serve with the level and quality that we would demand and expect for our own families. Values: A workforce that operates with integrity maintains loyalty to a code of ethics that requires the courage to take responsibility for providing the highest quality of service to the vulnerable. We are a solutions-focused learning organization built on a foundation of transparency in action and accountability of results. Both within the organization and among our stakeholders, we thrive in a culture of respect for diversity of opinion that is nurtured through open communication. High performing and committed, we are unified in our goal of excellence in achieving quality outcomes for those we serve. To learn more please visit ****************************** * If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be suspended or voided, and you will be required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement. * The position will perform all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures. * We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Participation in the State of Florida Direct Deposit Program is required as a condition of employment per F.S. 110.113, and enrollment must be completed within the first 30 calendar days of your appointment. SELECTIVE SERVICE: Male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the SSS website: ******************* BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and, if applicable, Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (***************. Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location:

IMPORTANT! - Please navigate to the following website: *********************** to apply for this position: * Click on the "Career Opportunities" icon. * Scroll down to the link, "Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Office Employment Application Here." * Complete the "mini" job application and attach your current resume. * Select HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY for the job location OR * Email your mini application and resume directly to ******************* ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida's award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida's dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child centered representation. The Office assigns a multi-disciplinary team which is comprised of a guardian ad litem attorney, a child welfare professional, and hopefully a community volunteer or pro bono attorney, to represent each child the Office is court appointed to. The Child Advocate Manager serves as the child welfare professional on the multi-disciplinary team and is responsible for overseeing a team of guardian ad litem volunteers for which they assign to serve on individual cases. More information about the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at ***********************. BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE: * Paid holidays each calendar year * Two paid personal holidays each fiscal year * Paid sick leave days accrued within the calendar year * Paid annual leave days accrued within the calendar year * FRS Benefits * Tuition Reimbursement * Child Advocate Manager training and professional certification with the Florida Certification Board SALARY * Annual: $43,004.41 ABOUT THE WORK The Child Advocate Manager position encompasses a broad range of consultative, administrative and advocacy activities. The Child Advocate Manager may also supervise a group of Guardian Ad Litem Office Child Advocate volunteers. Some examples of a "typical" working day may include the following: * Collaborate with the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, management, Department of Children and Families, contracted service providers, Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Education, Law Enforcement, etc. * Overseeing the work of Guardian ad Litem Office volunteers. * Gathering and documenting independent pertinent case information. * Providing best interests advocacy recommendations to the Guardian ad Litem Office multidisciplinary team, to the court and to our child welfare partners. * Preparing written reports to the court. * Provide testimony to the court. * Attending internal and external case-related court hearings, depositions, case plan conferences, dependency mediations, staffing's and meetings. * Visiting and contacting assigned children, parents, caregivers, schools and service providers. * Utilizing the organization's database and reporting systems. * Participating in internal and external training, meetings and conferences. ABOUT THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The following are desirable knowledge, skills, abilities and traits for prospective Child Advocate Manager position candidates: * Self-motivated and achievement oriented. * Strong desire to learn and pursue personal development. * Ability to take direction and work as part of a team. * Ability to effectively interact with and/or influence people of diverse backgrounds. * Ability to exercise discretion, respect privacy and maintain confidentiality. * Strong organizational/time management skills and ability to meet deadlines. * Excellent oral, written and computer literacy skills. * Able to maintain a professional and effective demeanor in emotional or traumatic situations. * Ability to coach, instruct and motivate volunteers. * Knowledge of case management, social support services and concepts of child development. * Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse and mental health. * Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System. * Knowledge of Florida Statutes relating to child welfare and protection. ABOUT THE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS The following are education and experience requirements for prospective Child Advocate Manager position candidates: * Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License. * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in sociology, social work, psychology, child development, education, juvenile justice, communications, or a related social science is preferred but prior experience will be considered to meet the degree requirement. Experience could include time as Child Protective Investigator, Dependency Case Manager, Juvenile Probation Officer, Law Enforcement, Military, Educators, or other professional experiences working with children and families. * Two years of experience in a program focusing on child welfare, social service, counseling, teaching, managing people or supervising volunteers is desired but not required. * Experience with critical decision making, planning, organizing, coaching, leading, or supervising will be helpful to a successful candidate. * All individuals hired after February 1, 2020, must be able to obtain a Child Advocate Manager Certification offered by the Florida Certification Board within 12 months of hire date. * Maintain Child Advocate Manager certification during the duration of employment. Agency pays costs of certification. (Please note: The Executive Director or designee may grant an exception for the required education and experience.)

Job Summary: Responsible professional work initiating family support services utilizing a broad range of community resources and natural support systems. Involves a broad range of training and development activities, assessment services, and consultation. Requires quality documentation of services. Participates in the organization's continuous quality improvement efforts. Essential Functions: 1. Gathers appropriate referral and assessment information for RAISE Team. 2. Completes program intake packet with the family, gathering required consent forms. 3. Initiates discussion of pre-screening process, and schedules follow-up meeting between family and Parent Coach. 4. Provides families with wide-ranging community resources (i.e., Crisis Center of Tampa Bay, CBFRCs, Local Libraries, educational information…etc.) 5. Maintains quality documentation 6. Maintains fidelity to the RAISE program model. 7. Participates as a member of the RAISE Team 8. Works within the philosophy and function of Children's Home Network 9. Adheres to virtual office procedures 10. Performs other duties as assigned. ***THESE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS A COMPLETE STATEMENT OF ALL DUTIES PERFORMED. EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM OTHER JOB RELATED MARGINAL DUTIES AS REQUIRED.*** MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Education and Experience: • Associates Degree in human services field and at least one year experience within the Early Childhood, Educational systems, and/or Family Support Services; or a High School education with at least two years' experience with the Early Childhood, Educational systems, and/or Family Support Services. This experience can include being a recipient of intervention services, providing peer support and/or demonstrating a “lived experience” Licenses & Certifications: • Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license with no record of criminal driving offense of license suspension. • Must possess means of providing job related transportation and show proof of required insurance. Must be insurable under CHN's current auto insurance policy. • Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. • Must successfully complete and maintain FDLE clearance, Federal background and state criminal background checks, and sexual predator screening. COMPETENCIES & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Annual Training Requirements: • The following training topics are required annually: Sexual Harassment, Blood borne Pathogens, Workplace Accident Prevention and Reporting, Confidentiality and Privacy Practices, Diversity/Cultural Competency, Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Statutes and Methods, Prevention of Violence in the Workplace, OSHA-related training, Crisis Prevention, and other Programmatic Trainings. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to establish effective working relationships with families, coworkers, supervisors, and other individuals. Possess effective interpersonal skills. • Knowledge of agency's organizational structure, standard operating procedures, and policies. • Knowledge of child abuse or neglect reporting procedures and methods. • Knowledge of infant and child development inclusive of developmentally appropriate strategies. • Knowledge of intervention and behavior management methods, strategies, and techniques. • Knowledge of quality documentation as required by agency standards, rules, and regulations. • Ability to conduct assessments to develop family plans, and to provide follow-up services. • Ability to work as a multi-disciplinary team member in a positive productive manner. Essential Physical Skills: • Visual: ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, read printed materials, and make observations of physical facilities. • Hearing: ability to understand and comprehend spoken dialogue in individual and group settings. • Ability to speak clearly and effectively. • Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Environmental Conditions: • Works within an office environment, home office, family's home, or within the community. • High level of emotional discussions, requiring self-awareness and understanding of professional boundaries.