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- Promote culturally sensitive practice.
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Family Advocate - Oklahoma City, United States - Sunbeam Family Services, Inc.
Description
Job DetailsJob Location
Sunbeam Family Services - Oklahoma City, OK
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Undergraduate Degree
Salary Range
$ $21.75 Hourly
Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Family Support Specialist supports child and family relationships by identifying strengths through the family goal setting process. Per Center of Excellence recommendations and in alignment with Conscious Discipline principles, they enhance the development of all children and families. The Family Support Specialist collaborates within a multidisciplinary team, inclusive of the Child Development Specialist (CDS) and IECMH Clinician to support early childhood best practice in sustaining developmentally sensitive, relationship-focused, hope centered and trauma informed service delivery. The Family Support Specialist utilizes appropriate systems and tools to assess, plan and deliver appropriate activities designed to identify and support family/child strengths and challenges, develop and meet family goals, and to support the learning and growth of all children and families.
All employees and volunteers are expected to be sensitive to our clients cultural and socio- economic characteristics, reflect Sunbeam Family Services core values and to perform at Sunbeams standards of excellence at all times.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Minimally Required
Preferred
Education
Bachelors degree in Family Studies, Social Work, or a related field
Masters degree in Family Studies, Social Work, or a related field
Family Development Credential (FDC)
Experience
Experience in social services or related field
Two (2) years of experience in related field
Previous experience in Child Plus
Skills
Knowledge
Abilities
Caring and compassionate attitude when interacting with and caring for children and families
Excellent command of English language and grammar, both verbal and written
Must exercise good judgment and the ability to handle stress appropriately
Willingness to work with high-risk, low-income communities
Accepting interpersonal approach that reflects cultural sensitivity to the unique and diverse experiences of families served
Process, protect and exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials
Able to work as a cooperative and supportive interdisciplinary team member
Able to effectively and respectfully communication and support diverse families, professionals and community groups
Intermediate knowledge of computer operations and applications and the ability to master other computer technology/software programs, as needed
Good organizational and time management skills
Must work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Valid Oklahoma drivers license and state required vehicle insurance for any vehicle used in performance of job duties
Local travel required plus work some evenings and weekends, as required by the job
Knowledge and understanding of Head Start Performance Standards and state and local childcare licensing requirements
Advanced computer database and Microsoft software application knowledge
Bilingual Spanish/English speaking ability to interact with children and families from multilingual homes
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently communicate with staff and others, and must be able to exchange accurate information when doing so. Must be able to endure remaining in stationary position for extended periods (up to 50% of occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, attend meetings, etc. The employee must also be able to interact closely and safely with small children in various positions. Must be able to communicate verbally with children, able to perform tasks such as feeding children, changing diapers, lifting children from floor or other surfaces. Occasionally must be able to move or lift up to 50 pounds at a time. Must be able to detect, discern, distinguish, observe, inspect and compare.
Work Environment:
The employee will work in office and school environments, may work in close quarters with other staff. The noise level in the work environment varies from moderate to loud; frequent chaotic situations will occur, characteristic to working with children ages 0 5 years. Employee must expect exposure to strong odors such as soiled diapers and clothes, and poor hygiene. May come into contact with childhood diseases and blood on occasion.
Other:
The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter and must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel or candidate and may be subject to change at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Sunbeam Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to fair and equal in all its employment practices for persons without regard to race, ethnicity, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, disability or degree thereof, national origin, domestic/marital status, political affiliation or opinion, veteran status, HIV status, AIDS status, genetic information, and any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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