Job description

Maine Families (MF) -Franklin Family Visitor reports directly to the Manager of Social Services who also acts as the Maine Families Team Leader and/or the Program Manager

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

• Establishes a trusting relationship with MF families through regular home visits
• Applies working knowledge of child development and family dynamics to enhance parenting skills and to emotionally support MF families
• Assist parents in connecting with community resources
• Develops and updates Family Service Plan in collaboration with family and management
• Meets with supervisor weekly to assess family status
• Reports observations and activities to as required to the Manager of Social Services
• Performs screening of on-going child development, makes referrals when appropriate
• Assists clients with applications for programs such as medical or financial assistance
• Documents home visits and contacts with families within 48 hours of visit on an on- going basis while developing strategies and referrals for families
• Provides and promotes support for the programs of the Franklin County Children’s Task Force
• Other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor or management personnel

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Experience in working with and providing services to children and families

· Ability to work in a fast paced, ever changing environment

· Ability to set firm boundaries with families and adhere to boundaries set forth by Maine Families Standards of Practice and management of Maine Families.

· Computer literacy in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word

· Ability to observe and report accurately on the functioning of individuals and families

· Emotional maturity and ability to exercise good judgment

· Ability to handle stressful situations

· Ability to abide by the FCCTF’s Code of Conduct

· Current driver’s license, insurance and availability of vehicle

· Ability to provide services in multiple settings including participant homes, virtually and by phone.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· B.S. or B.A. in Early Childhood Education, Community Health, Rehabilitation or related field is required.

· One year experience working with young children and their families.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• working with families: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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