Senior Manager of Case Management
Family support specialist job in Saint Petersburg, FL
Multi Facility, Experiencing Growth is Seeking a Proven Senior Manager of Case Management
This leader has operational accountability and oversight and manages the daily activities of the responsible area within Integrated Case Management
Supports the director in developing, planning, and implementing appropriate changes in keeping with best practice standards for department functions and the Case Management Program.
Manager sets the tone and models positive leadership behavior, while ensuring teamwork tasks, projects, and responsibilities are completed successfully in support of departmental and organizational goals.
The Manager adheres to all Federal, State, and regulatory statues and accreditation requirements.
Traits:
Ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment and provide decision-making expertise.
Must have good oral and written communication skills at all levels.
Strong leadership skills and understanding of group processes, teamwork, and cost-center based management.
The ability to analyze problems and consistently follow through to solution.
Education Requirements:
Require graduate of an accredited school of Nursing or Social Work. Registered Nurse: - Require Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree; Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree is preferred. Social Work: - Require a Master of Science in Social Work (MSW) degree.
Licensure Requirement: For Registered Nurse: -
Require active State of Florida Registered Nurse licensure. For Social Work: - Require active State of Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
Certification Requirement: For Registered Nurse: - Require Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Certified Advanced Case Manager (C-ACM) certification. For Social Work: - Require Certified Social Work Case Manager (C-SWCM) or Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWCM) certification.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Family support specialist job in Sarasota, FL
Are you a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who is passionate about making a difference in a child's life every day? Virtus Health has the position and career path for you!
Due to our continued growth, we have BCBA positions available at our Bradenton, FL Center!
Virtus Health is a privately owned leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy specializing in providing services for children diagnosed with Autism or other developmental delays and behavioral diagnoses.
As a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for Virtus Health, you will be responsible for creating customized individual behavioral treatment plans for each child at your facility to achieve individual goals and maximize long-term results. Additionally, you will be responsible for supervising Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBT) who work one on one with the clients implementing individualized treatment plans.
$80,000.00 - $98,000.00 per year (plus bonus/incentive opportunities)
Additional responsibilities of a Virtus Health BCBA include:
Conducts brief functional behavior assessments to identify client need,
Utilizes electronic data base to input assessment results, identify appropriate skills/programming, and analyze skill acquisition and behavior reduction programming ongoing for clients
Makes ongoing data driven programming and intervention changes
Provide oversight and support to Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBTs) in regulation with BACB outlined supervision requirements
Provide supervision and support to assigned BCBA students/supervisees in accordance with BACB supervision standards
Development and implementation of staff trainings
Provides parent training and support
Coordinates care with other service providers as needed
Develops effective transition plans for clients when appropriate to fade out of services
Benefits for Working with Virtus Health:
Opportunity to impact the lives of children (you will make a difference every day!)
Use of cutting-edge ABA technology tools (software and hardware) to ensure appropriate customization of individualized programs with appropriate means to make changes and document effectively outcomes and results, to include electronic graphing.
All hours worked are Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 6 PM (no evenings or weekend work and out of our center).
All positions are direct Virtus Health Employees (no contractors) with appropriate insurances provided and paid for by Virtus.
Ability to transfer to other Virtus Health locations based on availability.
Continual training and development opportunities to continue to grow your career (including going to annual state ABA conferences). Virtus Health is growing!
Mentorship and clear career growth path with leadership opportunities available as we continue to expand.
Bonus and incentive pay opportunities in addition to base salary.
Professional development support, including CEU assistance and conference participation.
Relocation assistance/fees may be offered for the right candidate.
Benefits including: paid time off, holiday pay, medical and dental insurance and 401K.
Ability to reward top talent with above average total compensation (base salary plus incentive structure).
Team approach to all we do! Our employees make the difference!
Qualifications:
Passionate about working with children, with a sincere desire to make a difference in a child's life every day.
Hold current BCBA credentials.
Masters in Behavioral Health or related field required.
Stable work history, ideally with 2+ years as a BCBA.
Outstanding coaching, mentoring and communication skills required.
Some physical activity may be required in this role when demonstrating appropriate practices and techniques with team members.
Must be able to successfully complete a Level Two Background Check.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
Bradenton, Florida 34202 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Bradenton, Florida 34202: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Relocation reimbursement available for qualifying candidates
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Case Manager
Family support specialist job in Sarasota, FL
Second Heart Homes, Inc.
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Join Our Passionate Team at Second Heart Homes!
If you believe everyone deserves a safe home, dignity, and a chance to thrive, you'll feel right at home with us. At Second Heart Homes, we help homeless adults with mental illnesses rebuild their lives through housing, personalized daily support, and genuine care.
Position: Case Manager
Salary: $46,500 per year
Benefits: Includes 100% medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage (starting after a 60-day probationary period), plus paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. A mileage stipend is also provided.
Bonuses: Eligible for quarterly performance-based bonuses after the probationary period.
Work Schedule:
Full-time, exempt. 5-day work weeks, with rotating weekend schedules. Occasional after-hours work may be required for emergencies.
Role Purpose and Key Results:
As a Case Manager, you'll visit the homes and provide case management on an individual basis to help our residents navigate resources, learn new skills and turn the page one homelessness. With compassion, you'll help them identify, develop and achieve goals that help them discover stability and purpose.
Your success in this role will be measured by:
· Resident Progress: Trackable improvements in self-care, employment, retention, and mental health.
· Service Coordination: Strong partnerships to connect residents with needed services.
· Engagement: Consistent resident participation in individualized support.
· Efficiency: Timely documentation and compliance with program standards.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct daily visits to support residents' goals, safety, and well-being
Coordinate move-ins, discharges, and home transitions
Connect residents to services and benefits through community partners
Respond to crises, ensuring safety and policy compliance
Build trust-based relationships to foster resident engagement
Maintain accurate case notes and track progress
Lead life skills workshops that promote independence
Key Qualities
Mission-driven, goal-oriented, and adaptable
Strong communicator and problem-solver
Organized, collaborative, and committed to resident success
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or relevant social services experience
2+ years working with homeless with mental illnesses
Able to recognize crisis behaviors and de-escalate effectively
Knowledge of local resources required
Proficient in Microsoft Office; valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Flexible schedule; able to lift 30 lbs and work in varied environments
This is more than a job, it's a chance to change lives. If you're ready to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
To Apply: Send your resume and brief cover letter to this posting.
Second Heart Homes is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check and verification of work eligibility.
Family Support Specialist
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
Utilizing personal vehicle, the Family Support Specialist provides transportation services, courier and administrative support to clients, case managers, supervisors, ADOP's and DOP, agency and its geographical area. Serves as a primary support to the case managers with administrative task.
Job Summary
Provides approved transportation to clients when requested (drives personal vehicle 90% of the time)
Transports children to various appointments and locations during hours indicated on the referral form.
Maintain appropriate and respectful communication with co-workers and leadership.
Respond to emails within 24 hrs, respond to text or phone calls within the hour from assigned supervisor or leadership.
Attends and participates in weekly and monthly meetings with staff and training sessions as required by the specific job or department
Observes and submits accurate written documentation on the service provided and the functioning of individuals and families as required by specific job or department
Serves as a liaison with collaterals such as DCF, schools, etc.
Shadows an experienced transporter within the first 30 days of hire.
Submits expense vouchers, renewed driver's license, and automobile insurance coverage on due date
Communicate any barriers to completing any request immediately to ensure other arrangements can be made. This should be communicated via email, text or face to face with the assigned supervisor.
Works cooperatively with other agencies, caseworkers, transporters, and family support services
Works in collaboration with Office Assistant and fellow Family Support Specialist to ensure the needs of the agency and clients are met for transportation; coordinates with assigned supervisor, client and caregivers to facilitate the transport
Ensure safety of the child during transports.
Courier documents to courthouse, agency locations, attorneys or other required areas and obtain signatures of completed deliveries when required.
Supervise and document parent/child/ visitation. Provide a written summary of the visit to the assigned case manager supervisor within 48 hrs of the visit. Immediately report any child safety concerns to the supervisor.
Maintain mileage log and documentation reports in a timely manner to receive authorized travel reimbursement for services provided.
Assist in file maintenance when requested, this will include preparing documents to be filed in the physical case file.
Must be able to lift, carry, and move a 25 lb child in a car seat
Required Qualifications
Education: High School diploma/GED
Experience: up to 2 years' experience with transportation; 1-2 years in a childcare field
Other: Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record with OHU required levels of coverage for auto insurance; geographic knowledge of the area
We Invest In You!
Competitive pay and benefits, plus tuition reimbursement
Generous vacation and PTO plans
Health, dental, vision, 403b Retirement, flexible spending accounts, Agency paid life and LTD, supplemental life insurance
Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
Leadership opportunities on site-based Center Management Teams
Relocation assistance is available
A Different Kind Of Employer One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us?
800 talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri and Florida
Fiscally stable, $50 Million agency-- strong since 1895
Energetic leadership and a rich community of support
One Hope United does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. One Hope United participates in e Verify.
In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from One Hope United, you will be required to share proof of a Covid-19 vaccination. The requirement is subject to accommodation in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Family Coach/Family Educator Part-Time
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
Job Description
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.
Family Case Manager
Family support specialist job in Pinellas Park, FL
PINELLAS INTEGREGATED CARE (PIC) TEAM
PIC is a prevention initiative focusing on providing clients the right service, at the right time, for the right need. The initiative provides support and wrap-around services to meet the client's basic needs and helps to empower them to become self-sufficient. The goal of PIC services is to provide quality care and support during a time of need. The focus is to assist the client in reducing barriers they may face, in an intensive wraparound model; to help achieve overall strengthened sustainability.
JOB FUNCTION: Provides direct crisis intervention and System Coordination services for up to 6 months. Services are community based and can include inpatient, correctional facilities, residential treatment facilities, and in-home based on the optimal engagement for the client. Maintains an assigned caseload of up to fifteen (15) offering screening, safety planning, referral, service linkage, advocacy, monitoring, and ongoing assessment for eligible adults referred through The Pinellas County Sheriff's Mental Health Unit or other identified community entities. Serve as a member of a multi-faceted team with the shared goal of coordinating services and supports to individuals experiencing behavioral health problems. Exceeding a caseload of 15 clients will be at the clinical discretion of the supervisor. Services may extend for more than 6 months. Any services beyond 6 months will require the approval from a supervisor.
Daily travel within the local community (Pinellas County) may be required. Must have reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement is provided) and an insurable MVR (no major moving violations in the last 3 years).
QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree preferred in behavioral health field with one (1) year of proven experience in a behavioral health setting providing direct care services with adults or children; or Bachelor's degree in behavioral health field with three (3) years of proven experience in a behavioral health setting; CAP certification preferred. Proven ability to be a client advocate.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to hear and see in emergency situations. Must be able to complete NAPPI training and perform NAPPI techniques. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to travel locally within Pinellas County. Ability to bend, lift a minimum of 30 lbs., stretch, lower and raise self independently from floor.
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to consumers 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 including correctional facilities, residential treatment facilities, crisis stabilization units, community shelters, and client homes.
Auto-ApplySEEDS Family Support Coordinator
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
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.
Auto-ApplyChild Advocate - Bilingual
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
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 - $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 children's 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 driver's license and be able to transport self and clients when necessary.
Family Reunification Specialist
Family support specialist job in Clearwater, FL
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
Child Advocate Manager (GUARDIAN AD LITEM)
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
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.)
Auto-ApplyIFST Family Safety Worker
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
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.
FAMILY FINDER SPECIALIST - 60074768
Family support specialist job in Clearwater, FL
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.
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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:
Social Services Assistant
Family support specialist job in Brooksville, FL
Oak Hill Senior Living is looking to hire a full time Social Service Assistant.
The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Social Services Director in the operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards to ensure that the social needs of the residents are met.
As a Social Service Assistant in our facility, look at what benefits you can enjoy:
Competitive starting wage with additional pay for experience
1,000 new employee referral program
Paid life insurance
401k opportunities after your first year
DailyPay! Work today, get paid today!
Monthly Celebrations and recognitions
Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
Weekend Option Available!
$5,000 Tuition Reimbursement Per Year
Responsibilities
Social Services Assistant Essential Functions
Assisting the Social Services Director in the operation of the Social Services Department. This includes:
Assisting with the interviewing of resident /families to obtain social history;
Assisting in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary;
Assisting in the monitoring of resident mood/behaviors;
Assisting in developing and implementing behavior management programs;
Assisting in the maintenance and acquisition of eyewear, hearing aids and dentures as well as obtaining personal items and specialty needs for the residents;
Assisting in the oversight of psychotherapeutic medications;
Assisting in room change-plans, documentation and follow-up;
Assisting and maintaining transfer documentation;
Assisting in the collection and execution of CQI and MDS data;
Assisting in periodic progress notes;
Assisting in the scheduling and documentation of care plan meetings;
Assisting with the review of nurses notes to determine if the care plan is being followed;
Maintaining the confidentiality of all residents and their care to ensure resident rights, privacy and property are protected at all times; &
Reporting and documenting resident and/or visitor incidents, accidents, complaints or allegations according to the facility's policy and procedure using the designated occurrence reporting system.
Complying with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintaining a clean work environment in accordance with facility policy as indicated by:
Ensuring that work/assignment areas are clean and records, files, etc., are properly stored before leaving such areas on breaks, end of work day, etc.;
Abiding by all emergency protocols for crash carts, resident codes, fire safety, missing residents, tornado preparation, violent residents, Wander guard alarms, door alarms, and other facility policies as assigned;
Reporting any forms of abuse witnessed and aware of and taking appropriate action according to policy;
Following infection control and universal precautions procedures;
Following periodic cleaning schedules for equipment and returning equipment to proper area after use; &
Ensuring the facility is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner at all times.
Performing other duties as assigned by the Social Services Director.
Qualifications
Social Services Assistant Qualifications
Must possess a high school diploma or GED;
Have a thorough understanding of the principles of best Social Services practices
Desired qualifications include
A Social Services Designee Certification (SSD) from the state is preferred, but not required;
Previous experience in long-tern care is preferred, but not required.
Auto-ApplyFamily Service Worker I
Family support specialist job in Frostproof, FL
The Head Start/Early Head Start Family Services Worker reports to the Child Development Services Manager; assist in the maintenance of a cumulative file that documents services delivery in the areas of health (medical, dental), mental health, disabilities, family partnerships, and nutrition.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Child Development Services Manager and the general guidance and is reviewed through monitoring, conference, reports and results obtained.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Include the following:
Build nurturing relationships with families to identify barriers to self-sufficiency, establish goals for independence from public assistance, facilitate mobilization and serve as a source of support.
Under the direction of the Child Development Services Manager, collect data to identify family's strengths, weaknesses and stages of development.
Interviews selected families to obtain pertinent data; i.e., family history, health, mental health, developmental, nutritional, parent interest and submits to the Child Development Services Manager for review and forward for input into the agency's Management Information System.
Responsible for recruitment, enrollment and attendance.
Refers clients to other organizations to obtain needed resources to meet the needs of families.
Provide intake services for children for Head Start/Early Head Start Centers within the target community.
Provides orientation for parents on the agency and the Head Start/Early Head Start program and other available community resources.
Maintains cumulative file on all assigned families in accordance with program's established record keeping system including: (a) emergency or crisis assistance; (b) education and other appropriate interventions; and (c) opportunities for continuing education, employment training, and other employment services through formal networks in the community.
Provide access for the delivery of prenatal and postpartum care services for pregnant women to include but not limited to: (a) early and continuous risk assessments and (b) mental health interventions and follow-up.
Tracks attendance, secure referrals, provide follow-up to identify social service needs of children and families.
Provides supportive services to parents, i.e., transportation, babysitting, making and accompanying children and parents to appointments.
Make follow-up visits to homes of Head Start/Early Head Start families to (a) assess social service needs affecting the child's attendance patterns and (b) provide support to strengthen the family unit.
Maintains and follows program confidentiality policies concerning information about children, families, and other staff members.
Assist in getting parents at Parent Meetings, workshops, training and conferences.
Attends and participates in staff/department meetings when required.
Assists in garnering in-kind contributions.
Participates in on-ongoing pre-service and in-service training, agency events, workshops and educational classes for personal development, as assigned or requested.
Covers front desk/office as needed.
Reports suspected child abuse and neglect situations.
Serves as a bus monitor as needed. Assist with loading and unloading of children from buses.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
Early Head Start Family and Community Engagement Specialist (Spanish Speaking Required)
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
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.
Behavior Support Specialist (BSS), Impact Program
Family support specialist job in Bartow, FL
Invo Healthcare is looking for a dynamic, full-time Behavior Support Specialist (BSS) to join our IMPACT team. Invo is the nation's leading provider of behavior, mental health and therapy services in schools, centers and communities. Our revolutionary IMPACT program model provides students with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) with the integrated resources needed to significantly reduce problematic behavior while meaningfully improving school performance.
To qualify, applicants must:
Hold a high school diploma
Bachelor's degree or equivalent is preferred
Previous experience including experience with students who present with emotional, behavioral, and/or learning challenges
Previous experience in a classroom or school is preferred
What to expect in this role?
Teach and present behavior skills and materials to students
Utilize Microsoft Office
Work with students, families, and schools to encourage resolution of problems.
Confer with school administrators, faculty, counselors, and other student support workers regarding student needs and behaviors
Communicate with other professionals, as well as school staff and parents or guardians regarding individual student needs and progress
Establish and maintain informational records and files; collects data for tracking purposes and analyzes and reports on data as needed
Maintain assigned cases, and coordinates with school administrators on individual student needs and outcomes
To be able to complete and preform crisis management procedures as needed with proficiency
What to expect from your Invo experience?
We focus on helping our employees maximize their potential within each field through unparalleled support and mentoring, a team atmosphere, continued professional development, and promote from within culture and keeping your well-being at the front of mind.
A few of our standard benefits include:
Healthcare coverage
401K
Life insurance
PTO
Our employee-centric company provides unique opportunities such as:
Competitive compensation
Continuing education
A dedicated clinical lead
Professional liability coverage
Professional development stipend
Licensure reimbursement
Who is Invo Healthcare?
Invo Healthcare has been providing therapy services to children for 30 years in school-based contracts and clinics, with the mission of inspiring and nurturing growth for all learners. The Invo team is comprised of education and therapy leaders who have a keen understanding of how to meet the unique needs of school districts, children and families and help them succeed. Each of our employees are wholeheartedly committed to providing positive outcomes for children and helping them shine in their own way.
Invo is an equal opportunity employer and conducts all business activities (e.g., recruitment, hiring, assignment, conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, discipline and termination) without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state and local law. Please visit our website *****************************
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Family support specialist job in Spring Hill, FL
Are you a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who is passionate about making a difference in a child's life every day? Virtus Health has the position and career path for you!
Due to our continued growth, we have two BCBA positions available at our Spring Hill, FL Center!
Virtus Health is a privately owned leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy specializing in providing services for children diagnosed with Autism or other developmental delays and behavioral diagnoses.
As a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for Virtus Health, you will be responsible for creating customized individual behavioral treatment plans for each child at your facility to achieve individual goals and maximize long-term results. Additionally, you will be responsible for supervising Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBT) who work one on one with the clients implementing individualized treatment plans.
$80,000.00 - $98,000.00 per year (plus bonus/incentive opportunities)
Additional responsibilities of a Virtus Health BCBA include:
Conducts brief functional behavior assessments to identify client need,
Utilizes electronic data base to input assessment results, identify appropriate skills/programming, and analyze skill acquisition and behavior reduction programming ongoing for clients
Makes ongoing data driven programming and intervention changes
Provide oversight and support to Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBTs) in regulation with BACB outlined supervision requirements
Provide supervision and support to assigned BCBA students/supervisees in accordance with BACB supervision standards
Development and implementation of staff trainings
Provides parent training and support
Coordinates care with other service providers as needed
Develops effective transition plans for clients when appropriate to fade out of services
Benefits for Working with Virtus Health:
Opportunity to impact the lives of children (you will make a difference every day!)
Use of cutting-edge ABA technology tools (software and hardware) to ensure appropriate customization of individualized programs with appropriate means to make changes and document effectively outcomes and results, to include electronic graphing.
All hours worked are Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 6 PM (no evenings or weekend work and out of our center).
All positions are direct Virtus Health Employees (no contractors) with appropriate insurances provided and paid for by Virtus.
Ability to transfer to other Virtus Health locations based on availability.
Continual training and development opportunities to continue to grow your career (including going to annual state ABA conferences). Virtus Health is growing!
Mentorship and clear career growth path with leadership opportunities available as we continue to expand.
Bonus and incentive pay opportunities in addition to base salary.
Professional development support, including CEU assistance and conference participation.
Relocation assistance/fees may be offered for the right candidate.
Benefits including: paid time off, holiday pay, medical and dental insurance and 401K.
Ability to reward top talent with above average total compensation (base salary plus incentive structure).
Team approach to all we do! Our employees make the difference!
Qualifications:
Passionate about working with children, with a sincere desire to make a difference in a child's life every day.
Hold current BCBA credentials.
Masters in Behavioral Health or related field required.
Stable work history, ideally with 2+ years as a BCBA.
Outstanding coaching, mentoring and communication skills required.
Some physical activity may be required in this role when demonstrating appropriate practices and techniques with team members.
Must be able to successfully complete a Level Two Background Check.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
Spring Hill, Florida 34609 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Spring Hill, Florida 34609: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Relocation reimbursement available for qualifying candidates
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Family Support Coordinator-Fostering Families
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY: The purpose of this job is to provide support services to licensed foster parents who are a part of the child welfare dependency system.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Support foster families in their efforts to complete all child welfare related tasks for children placed in their homes.
Participate in the coordination and implementation of support group meetings to provide training and networking opportunities for licensed foster parents.
Complete contacts with foster families via telephone and home visits to assure families are compliant with program standards and to assure families are receiving the supports and services they need.
Participate in staffing's and court hearings as needed.
Participate in the quality improvement process.
Adherence of all data collection into automated systems including FSFN.
General administrative duties to include filing, scanning, copying, and mailing for the foster care program.
Assist in obtaining necessary background screening requirements for initial and relicensure.
Be available to assist families in obtaining necessary documents or updates regarding upcoming hearings/staffing's.
Resource map programs and services available to foster parents in Hillsborough County.
Maintain computer tracking systems, including Excel databases as they pertain to the Programs Department
Other duties may be assigned as special projects may be requested
***THESE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS A COMPLETE STATEMENT OF ALLDUTIES PERFORMED. EMPLOYEES WILL BEREQUIRED TO PERFORM OTHER JOB RELATED MARGINAL DUTIES AS REQUIRED***
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Education & 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 Hillsborough County.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities is a must; and
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships is also a must
Licenses &Certifications:
Child Welfare Certification via the Florida Certification Board preferred.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license with no record of criminal driving offense or 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, weekends and holidays.
Must successfully complete and maintain FDLE clearance, Federal background and state criminal background check and sexual predator screening.
Adoption Competent Training Preferred
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:
Knowledge of Department of Children and Families rules and regulations regarding the care of children and the specific regulations around foster care and placement.
Knowledge of childhood development and related mental health processes.
Knowledge of child abuse or neglect reporting procedures and methods.
Knowledge of child and family histories, habits, tendencies, general behaviors, etc.
Knowledge of agency's organizational structure, standard operating procedures, and policies.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors and other individuals in a diverse arena.
Knowledge of community based services and interventions that serve the needs of foster children including but not limited to behavior and mental health services that address developmental, trauma, medical and other special needs.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing.
Skilled in de-escalation techniques and managing stressful situations.
Computer skills to include knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, FSFN and other identified programs.
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.
Frequent use of hands.
Ability to speak clearly and effectively.
Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Works indoors in an office environment.
Spends periods of time in transit using personal vehicle.
Works within residential providers and foster families.
High interaction with children and families.
Moderate level of potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens; therefore, eligible for Hepatitis B vaccination series.
Child Advocate
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
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: $43,000 - $45,000
· 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 children's 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 preferred.
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 driver's license and be able to transport self and clients when necessary.
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 ****************************
Child Advocate Manager (GUARDIAN AD LITEM)
Family support specialist job in Tampa, FL
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.)
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