Family Support Advocate - PATH - Full-Time
Summary: This position provides strength-based family support services in cooperation with families of children from birth to 18 years old. This work requires that the FSA, by means of weekly in-home visits, partners with families to identify needs, develop plans of action, and mobilize resources that build family effectiveness. FSA’s are required to maintain a caseload of 15-25 families.
Responsibilities
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Complete family intake, assessment, and goal plan for each family assigned within the first 2 visits
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Review family goal plans on a regular basis, at a minimum once every 30 days, to measure progress and to adjust goals.
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To role model for the family effective parenting and nurturing skills.
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To provide direct teaching through the use of curriculum to families that will assist in building healthy parent/child relationships.
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Jointly with the family identify and mobilize resources within and external to the family. Provide linkages to these resources as necessary.
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Works flexible hours that meet the needs of each family assigned
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Complete the expected number of home visits as determined by the intensity of service for each family assigned.
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Maintain an accurate and current case file on each family assigned
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Complete all assessment, program evaluation tools and documentation within timelines as required by the funder and the agency.
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Meet regularly with the Program Manager to discuss cases, problem solve, plan for home visits and discuss program updates
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Oversee and assist with the orientation and supervision of 1-2 interns
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Complete statistical reports as required.
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Attends required staff meetings, training or conferences.
* Participates in agency work teams as assigned.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Sciences (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Mental Health, Nursing, and Education) preferred; Associate Degree in Human Services or related field
Experience: 3-5 years experience working in Human or Social Services; One year working with or providing services to children and families; Case management or service coordination experience preferred; Experience and willingness to work with a culturally diverse population
Skills:
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Oral and written communication skills
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Ability to develop trusting relationships
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Ability to maintain professional boundaries
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Acceptance of individual differences
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Knowledge of infant and child development
- Openness to reflective practice
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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Must work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings
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Must be prepared to travel to various program sites and various communities. The program serves Baltimore City and Baltimore County.