Family Support Specialist, Foster Care

Job Details

Level

Undisclosed

Job Location

Herkimer - Herkimer, NY

Remote Type

N/A

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School/GED

Salary Range

$20.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Undisclosed

Job Shift

Mixed Day & Evening

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position Summary

To provide support of children in care through transportation, one-on-one respite services and supervision of family visits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Transportation of children to visits and appointments.

• Supervise family visits utilizing the family visit coaching model.

• One-on-one support for the children.

• Maintain cultural sensitivity, competence and client confidentiality.

• Other duties, as assigned.

  Education and Experience

• High School Diploma required; Associates degree preferred

• 1-2 years of related experience, or equivalent education and experience

  Certification/Licensure

• Drivers license is required

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

If you want a rewarding career where you make a positive impact on children and their families, we want to talk to you! At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives while also strengthening our community.

We are a family of human service agencies united in our passion to helping children, families, and adults reach their potential. Northern Rivers coordinates the quality of care, depth of programs, and combined size and passion for the mission to provide care for more than 18,000 people each year in 41 counties throughout New York State . If you’ve got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services!

Our employees receive generous paid time off, an expansive health care package, tuition reimbursement, loan repayment assistance, free training/CEU opportunities, and much more!

Apply today to become part of our team!

Northern Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff, and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work here at Northern Rivers!