- Uplifting mission-driven work culture
- Make an impact in your community and become a part of Florida's history
- Growth and professional development opportunities
- Great benefits package, including generous paid time off and holidays
- Identify client and family needs in order to evaluate and coordinate intensive, in-home supportive counseling services.
- Conduct comprehensive, individualized, strength-based, family-focused, culturally responsive assessments; continually evaluate and document the need for services.
- Assess the needs of children and families to include child safety factors and family functioning.
- Develop family-centered service plans with the full participation of family members; continually evaluate implementation, family progress toward goals and continuing appropriateness of the service plan.
- Conduct in-home case coordination and counseling visits to clients and families at the frequency and intensity consistent with their higher level of need, with a limited case load size.
- Provide supportive counseling services to individuals, families through frequent face-to-face contact and establishing respectful, family-centered relationships.
- Provide case management services (information, plan referral and linkages) as needed.
- Develop and maintain clinical records and program documentation according to contract and CHS standards (assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, termination summaries, etc.)
- Develop an aftercare plan sufficiently in advance of case closing to enable an orderly transition.
- Facilitate psycho-educational sessions such as parenting skills, independent living skills, anger management, behavior management, etc.
- Coordinate services with other professionals and para-professionals.
- Conduct community outreach as needed.
- Arrange for or provide transportation of clients to appointments, community agencies, visitation, etc. as needed.
- May coordinate and supervise family visitation as necessary.
- May monitor interns and/or volunteers at family visitation centers.
- Contribute to a positive, engaging work environment.
- Develop a strong knowledge base and stay current on job-related issues and trends.
- Participate actively in departmental meetings, training and education, as well as the quality process.
- Comply with CHS's code of conduct, policies, procedures and other obligations.
- Assist with training other team members and providing back up when necessary.
- Pick up projects on the fly; perform other duties as assigned from time to time.
- Demonstrate the CHS Common Bond values in the performance of all job duties.
- Bachelor's Degree, from and accredited university, in Social Work or related field, required.
- Florida Driver's License within 30 days from hire required, with daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle.
- Two years-experience working with at-risk children and families in an in-home setting.
- COMMUNITY RESOURCES | SOCIO-CULTURAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SERVICE POPULATION
- Planning, project management, organization and time management
- Oral and written communication, including presentation and platform
- Collaboration, teamwork, consulting, facilitation, coaching and mentoring
- Computer systems and MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Act decisively when necessary to protect client.
- Make home visits, observe and report accurately on the functioning of individuals and families.
- Perform at a high level of autonomy, with general supervision.
- Perform under strong demands in fast-paced, diverse, sometimes ambiguous environments.
- Commit to providing high customer satisfaction with positive service delivery results.
- Meet critical deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and quality.
- Handle highly stressful, sensitive situations; maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Demonstrate the behaviors of our CHS Common Bond Values.
- Be energetic, passionate and adaptable with a deep commitment to social service, empathy for child
-
Child Protection Specialist
3 weeks ago
State of Kansas Miami County, United StatesEmployment Benefits · In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package that is available the first day of employment. All benefits eligible, full-time employees may elect to enroll in: · Health Insurance including medical; dental; vis ...
-
Clinic Assistant
2 weeks ago
UOMUOMUS Miami, United States OTHERCurrent Employees: · If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review ...
-
Care Coordinator
2 weeks ago
UOMUOMUS Miami, United States OTHERCurrent Employees: · If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review ...
-
Family Services Counselor
3 weeks ago
YMCA of South Florida Hallandale Beach, United States Part timeUnder the direction of the Site Director, the Counselor is responsible for the overall day-to-day group programming, behavior management, direct supervision, and safety of a group of up to 25 participants / children.This includes planning and implementing activities in accordance ...
-
Family Support Counselor
1 week ago
Kids in Distress Fort Lauderdale, United StatesAre you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of families and children in need? Join our team at Kids In Distress as a full-time Family Support Counselor in Fort Lauderdale. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with families, providing guidance, support, a ...
-
Care Coordinator
2 weeks ago
The University of Miami Coral Gables, United StatesCurrent Employees:If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review th ...
-
Care Coordinator
2 weeks ago
University of Miami Coral Gables, United StatesCurrent Employees: · If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here $) to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please rev ...
-
Treatment Counselor II, III
5 days ago
Broward County Sheriff's Office Lauderdale Lakes, United StatesSalary: $53, $87,050.95 Annually · Location : Lauderdale Lakes, FL · Job Type: Permanent Full Time · Job Number: 24326A · Department: Community Programs · Opening Date: 05/06/2024 · Closing Date: 12/20/2024 11:59 PM Eastern · Minimum Requirements · Proficiency in English a ...
-
Travel Counsellor
3 weeks ago
Lutheran Services Florida Fort Lauderdale, FL, United StatesLutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. · LSF is seeking a talented Counselor I who wants to make an impact in the lives of others. · Purpose and Impact: · The Counselor I assists in the provi ...
-
Community Counselor
6 days ago
Lutheran Services Florida San Francisco, United States PermanentLutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. · LSF is looking for a talented Bi-lingual Counselor who wants to make an impact in the lives of children and families. · Purpose & Impact: · The Bi-lingua ...
-
Community Counselor
2 days ago
Lutheran Services Florida Homestead, United States#nowhiring · Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong,and communities are vibrant. · LSF is looking for a talented Bi-lingual Counselorwho wants to make an impact in the lives of children and families. · Purpose & Impact: · ...
-
Community Counselor
1 week ago
Lutheran Services Florida Doral, United States· #nowhiring · Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. · LSF is looking for a talented Bi-lingual Counselor who wants to make an impact in the lives of children and families. · Purpose & Impact: ...
-
Community Counselor
1 week ago
Lutheran Services Florida Homestead, United States Full time#nowhiring · Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant. · LSF is looking for a talented Bi-lingual Counselor who wants to make an impact in the lives of children and families. · Purpose & Impact: · ...
-
Family Support Counselor
2 weeks ago
Kids in Distress Fort Lauderdale, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionKids In Distress is looking to hire a full-time Family Support Counselor to provide intensive Family Preservation Services using the HOMEBUILDERS model, including crisis intervention, counseling, skill building, concrete services, and advocacy. Th ...
-
YD Broward
1 week ago
YMCA of South Florida Fort Lauderdale, United StatesPosition Summary: · Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, the Counselor is responsible for the overall day-to-day group programming, behavior management, and direct supervision of a group of children in a licensed child care/day camp facility. · Essential Functions / Job ...
-
Dv Residential Counselor
5 days ago
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF LOS ANGELES North Hollywood, United StatesWe all face challenges and transitions in our lives, and when we do, we must be able to count on the strength of community for support. For the people of Los Angeles, Jewish Family Service LA (JFSLA) is that trusted source of support. We are a comprehensive network of services th ...
-
Community Counselor
3 weeks ago
Lutheran Services Florida Homestead, United States**Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant**. · LSF is looking for a talented Bi-lingual **Counselor **who wants to make an impact in the lives of children and families. · **Purpose & Impact**: · T ...
Family Preservation Counselor - Miami, United States - Children's Home Society of Florida
Description
OverviewSince opening our doors in 1902, CHS became a part of Florida's history.
CHS has been committed to growing and evolving to provide the right services and solutions to address the needs of children and families throughout the changing times.
With innovative technology solutions and a dedicated, experienced team throughout the state, we're changing the face of foster care and positively impacting children and families' lives for generations to come.
Join our team to continue to do good and create history serving Florida's children and families
The Family Preservation Counselor identifies client and family needs in order to evaluate and coordinate intensive, in-home supportive counseling services.
Overall, the Family Preservation Counselor contributes to the CHS high performance culture by exhibiting our values and providing quality results that position CHS as the leader in delivering proactive behavioral health, case management, community and early childhood solutions for children and families.
WHY JOIN CHS?Education, Licenses & Certifications:
Experience:
Knowledge of:
Skills and Proficiency in:
Ability to:
