(Bilingual) Family Engagement Liaison- Part- Time Tucson, Az

Job Location

Tucson - Tucson, AZ

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Description

The Family Engagement Liaison (FEL) leads and expedites services, supports and tools to promote permanency and enhance overall well-being. Family Group Conferencing is one of the tools utilized by (FEL). Other tools used may include family finding and engagement, facilitating several types of family gatherings/meetings, (i.e., multi-disciplinary meetings, ILTPs, Child and Family Team meetings) and other meetings that meet the needs of the family. Bilingual Required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

The Family Engagement Liaison (FEL) leads and expedites services, supports and tools to promote permanency and enhance overall well-being. Family Group Conferencing is one of the tools utilized by the FEL. Other tools used may include family finding and engagement, facilitating several types of family gatherings/meetings, (i.e., multi-disciplinary meetings, ILTPs, Child and Family Team meetings) and other meetings that meet the needs of the family. Bilingual skills in English and Spanishrequired.

Specific job functions (but not limited to):

Develops positive relationships with youth and families, assisting with locating family resources.

• Advocates family voice, choice and decision making as services are implemented supporting the youth and family.
• Advocates that the family be at the forefront of all decision-making regarding case planning.
• Engage relatives and those the youth identify as important to them. The engagement includes an assessment of the family’s culture, identification, and language.
• Maintains written case records to include Family Group Conference Family Plans and maintains on-going communication with identified family resources. Follows all Family Group Decision Making procedures and ensures that the program remains consistent with values, beliefs, and philosophy of the model.
• Provides support group opportunities to families involved with ADCS. Collaboration:
• Works with Casey Social Workers to refer parents and kinship caregivers involved with Arizona Department of Child Safety to FIC parent peer support programs.
• Works with FIC Dad-Together program to make referrals to program, which provides training and coaching to parents and kin caregivers.
• Attends Birth Family Support meetings as scheduled with Casey staff to share feedback on service delivery to families. Provides updates to Casey staff and FIC on progress with families.
• Works with service providers to ensure youth and families are connected to support services in the community.

Job Expectations:

• Respects and sets appropriate boundaries with families, community members, professionals, and co-workers.
• Represents FIC mission and values with all stakeholders.
• Understands and adheres to all internal policies and procedures, training expectations, and funding guidelines.
• Performs services with dignity, respect, and professional demeanor.
• Works independently with minimal supervision.
• Plans and organizes professional schedule to meet established deadlines.
• Completes all required paperwork and documentation by established due dates to Casey and FIC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field from an accredited institution and a minimum of 2-3 years working in child welfare or other child and family service-related practice is required.
• Facilitation skills in/or a willingness to learn a variety of meeting types to support youth and family needs is essential.
• Expertise in the areas of permanency improved well-being outcomes for youth in care, and family.
• Knowledge of community resources for families and youth.
• Ability to contribute effectively with and across teams and with external partners necessary.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of sensitive information using HIPPA regulations and sound judgment in the handling and sharing of information.
• Must be able to obtain a Level one fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, reliable transportation and proof of registration and insurance as required by the Law in Arizona.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) is necessary. An appreciation of the importance of retrieving and analyzing data is essential.
• Physical requirements include the ability to lift and reach for light objects; close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, text, and figures; ability to type utilizing a computer keyboard; ability to travel to outside locations; and the ability to work at a computer for extended periods as a primary job function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Local travel is required for home visits, meetings with families, and other required meetings. Must have your own vehicle.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Tucson, AZ 85705: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person