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.

RDS Family Services in Mifflin 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

FAMILY CONNECTIONS SPECIALIST

A person in this position provides supervision and coordinates visits for non-custodial parents whose children are in placement through the funding agency.

$200 Sign-On Bonus!!

The position will require flexible scheduling with non-traditional hours to meet client's needs.

Please submit resume's by September 20th, 2019

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Contact referred families within 1 business day of the referral, and schedule visits per the policy and procedure manual.

Review all guidelines and regulations of program with the families; prior to the first supervised visit occurring.

Oversee 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.

Prepare all required paperwork including: observations during the supervised visits, visitation notes, assessments, and billing paperwork. Complete any additional paperwork necessary for the parties involved or the court.

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

Effectively communicate with supervisors/managers, individuals, family members, referral source, and other interested parties.

Attend meetings with the funding source as needed.

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 Huntingdon and Mifflin County.

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

High School diploma/General Equivalency Diploma (GED) with one to three years related experience / training in working with children and families.

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 • PTO • 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 Match – 50% of the first 6% of eligible compensation up to an annual maximum of $750 • Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements • Opportunities for advancement! As we grow, you grow with us!

Raystown Developmental Services is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.