*** Salary Range $34,000 to $37,000 ***

Are you interested in working with a company that values people and has a passion for service? Do you want to become part of an organization that cares about your personal and professional growth? If you have answered YES to these questions, then you should consider working for Raystown Developmental Services!

Raystown Developmental Services (RDS) has been serving the counties of Huntingdon, Mifflin, and Juniata since 1983.

Raystown Developmental Services - Family Services Program in Juniata County is currently accepting applications from enthusiastic individuals with a desire to help children and families in their community. Staff works independently in the homes of families receiving services from the child welfare system. Positions all require strong interpersonal skills and a human services background; experience working with children and youth is a plus.

SUMMARY:

The individual in this position functions as a Caseworker in the Family Reunification Program. This position assists in reuniting families following an out-of-home placement.

*** Flexible Schedule to meet the needs of the families being served, at times may include non-traditional hours ***

*** Submit resumes by September 18, 2020 ***

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Initiate and maintain contact with families who are to receive services by making contact within 24 hours of referral and contacting them face to face, and in the home at least twice per week for the length of time of the agreed-upon service (unless otherwise directed upon by the funding source); including non-scheduled face to face contacts.

Accompanying families to child's doctor appointments; completing monthly foster home visits and observations.

Working with families to develop Family Services Case Plans following the completion of assessments within one month after being assigned a family. Complete closing summaries within one month of completing services and provide a copy of the closing summary to the referral source.

Overseeing visits by preparing for the visits in advance with the family as needed in the family's home, if the child's safety cannot be assured then visits are conducted in the community or visitation room at RDS or at the agency office.

Prepare and complete required documentation; including case notes and reports, in compliance with regulations, company standards, and the policy and procedure manual.

Be available and prepared to provide court testimony in a professional manner as scheduled. Maintain contact with interested parties (lawyers, judges) as necessary

Provide monthly written updates to referral source. Attend and participate in monthly case review meetings. Weekly contact with funding source via emails and phone calls

Complete case notes of interaction with family within the time frame based on casenote policy

Effectively communicate with supervisors I managers, individuals, family members and other service providers

Provide services to families as requested by funding source. For example, drug testing, home maker services, transportation, etc.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Attend 24 hours of job specific training per year

Complete all corporate required online trainings

Maintain and update required online calendar.

Complete both internal and external surveys based upon individual program policy and procedures.

Maintain good working relationships with private and public agencies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There are no supervisory responsibilities required in this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The duties of this job require fine motor skills to write neat, legible notes, read and understand program documentation, and completing keyboarding entry.

The duties of this job involve physical movements such as lifting, stooping, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching: The physical demands described herein 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment varies and is largely community based and can vary from office settings to facility-based settings and at times, residential homes. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Adhere to dress code outlined in the policy and procedure manual.

TRAVEL

This position requires an extensive amount of travel throughout northeast and/or central Pennsylvania, primarily in Juniata County and surrounding areas.

Position requires a valid Pennsylvania license.

Position requires staff to drive and transport clients in both agency owned and personal vehicles.

Properly load and unload individuals to/from vehicles.

Follow vehicle safety guidelines, as defined by state regulation and company policy, at all times.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum Associate’s Degree in a Human Service related field

Minimum Associate’s Degree in a non-related field with minimum 2 years experience in Human Service related field

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in related field; or

Bachelor’s Degree in unrelated field with minimum 12 credits in a Human Service related course; i.e., psychology, sociology, counseling, etc.

1 year related experience/training in working with children and families

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

NA

QUALIFICATIONS

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents and instructions. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to clearly explain instructions in both written and oral media.

Mathematical Skills

Basic mathematic ability including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Use of MS Excel to aid in mathematical work.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to read instructional bulletins and/or participate in training sessions then translate information provided into day-to-day work duties.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Recognizes problems and provides feedback or documentation to assist with problem resolution.

Clearly and consistently verbally communicates priorities.

Knowledge of basic computer operations.

Documentation and observation skills.

Ability to follow established confidentiality policy.

Ability to follow established safety standards.

Working knowledge of applicable regulations.

Raystown Developmental Services is committed to creating the best possible work environment for our team members and offers the following total rewards package:

• Competitive Salary • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Medical, Dental, Vision including a Health Savings Account • Health, Dependent and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts • Basic and Optional Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents • 401k Plan • Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements • Opportunities for advancement! As we grow, you grow with us!