Samaritas
Family Visitation Coach
Samaritas
– South West Michigan: Berrien Springs, Niles, Buchanan area
Strengthen Bonds. Make a Difference!
Are you passionate about helping families reconnect and heal? We’re looking for a dedicated
Family Visitation Coach
to supervise and support family visits for children in foster care throughout South West Michigan.
Required Availability
Flexible schedule to include at least two days per week during afternoon and evening hours
Compensation
$15/hour
Mileage reimbursement for travel between visit locations
About Samaritas Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it aligns with our mission, values and the services our faith-based organization provides.
Duties And Responsibilities
Using a strengths-based model, coach parents on needed parenting skills by modeling, instructing, and prompting
Assist parents in identifying their goals for visitations and follow up to review progress and reinforce strengths
Intervene as necessary to ensure child safety and ensure content of conversations is appropriate
Provide transportation for foster children to and from family visits
Supervise children during appointments either at home, office or at other appropriate sites
Observe parent/child interactions and closely document. Report strengths and concerns to the social worker with case responsibility
Provide auxiliary services related to center’s foster care program in accordance with center, division, organization, and contract requirements
Job Qualifications Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Associate’s degree in human services or related field required or high school degree and 2 years of experience in a human services field
Experience
Knowledge of child development
1 year of experience in a day care setting or school setting strongly preferred
Additional Work Requirements
Valid unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record preferred. Valid proof of automobile insurance preferred.
Use of a reliable, safe and clean vehicle.
Ability to work a flexible schedule or nontraditional hours.
APPLY TODAY! Be The Rock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
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– South West Michigan: Berrien Springs, Niles, Buchanan area
Strengthen Bonds. Make a Difference!
Are you passionate about helping families reconnect and heal? We’re looking for a dedicated
Family Visitation Coach
to supervise and support family visits for children in foster care throughout South West Michigan.
Required Availability
Flexible schedule to include at least two days per week during afternoon and evening hours
Compensation
$15/hour
Mileage reimbursement for travel between visit locations
About Samaritas Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it aligns with our mission, values and the services our faith-based organization provides.
Duties And Responsibilities
Using a strengths-based model, coach parents on needed parenting skills by modeling, instructing, and prompting
Assist parents in identifying their goals for visitations and follow up to review progress and reinforce strengths
Intervene as necessary to ensure child safety and ensure content of conversations is appropriate
Provide transportation for foster children to and from family visits
Supervise children during appointments either at home, office or at other appropriate sites
Observe parent/child interactions and closely document. Report strengths and concerns to the social worker with case responsibility
Provide auxiliary services related to center’s foster care program in accordance with center, division, organization, and contract requirements
Job Qualifications Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Associate’s degree in human services or related field required or high school degree and 2 years of experience in a human services field
Experience
Knowledge of child development
1 year of experience in a day care setting or school setting strongly preferred
Additional Work Requirements
Valid unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record preferred. Valid proof of automobile insurance preferred.
Use of a reliable, safe and clean vehicle.
Ability to work a flexible schedule or nontraditional hours.
APPLY TODAY! Be The Rock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
#J-18808-Ljbffr