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SalaryABOUT CHILDREN SERVICES OF ROXBURY:
Founded in 1972 Children’s Services of Roxbury’s (CSR) mission is to provide high quality services to economically disadvantaged children, youth, families, and individuals thereby promoting and strengthening family life and individual growth. CSR serves approximately 6,000 families across Massachusetts, serving families through four key services areas; Early Education and Care, Behavioral Health Services, Youth and Family Services and Housing and Stabilization. There are 22 programs operating under those four services areas. CSR operates across in 4 cities, has a staff of 400 employees, and an operating budget of $28M.
OVERVIEW:
Children’s Services of Roxbury’s Family Visitation Program provides a safe and professional location for visits for families in the Greater Boston area. The supervised or un-supervised visits between the children and their primary visiting parent, such as a parent living outside of their home, are conducted based on the parameters designated by the court order or DCF referral. Trained staff supervise each visit and remain neutral while facilitating the visitation.
SUMMARY:The Case Aide is responsible for ensuring that scheduled visits between the Child(ren) and the Primary Visiting Party are safe and appropriate. The Case Aide is responsible for ensuring that observation reports are written during the visits and any other necessary documentation is completed for review prior to the shift ending. The incumbent in this position will be a Mandated Reporter. It is imperative that confidentiality is maintained at all times. The Case Aide is responsible for filing, reviewing case files, phone calls, e-mails, and anything else that is program related in the time during the shift. This position is part time, Thursday 5 pm to 9:00 pm and Sunday 10 am to 6:30 pm.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The Family Visitation Assistant Director may designate various other activities. The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time for any reason, including reasonable accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Understand and know the rules, policies, and regulations of the Visitation Program
- Escort Child from the Full-Time Caregiver to the Primary Visiting Party for visits to occur
- Review assigned cases prior to visit by reading the case file
- Share safety concerns with the Assistant Director or shift manager and security guard
- Observe supervised visits closely and record behaviorally based documentation.
- Intervene appropriately during visits when necessary
- Check in with Family Visitation Participants at least monthly regarding any extra support and/or resources they may need
- Provide Family Visitation Participants with resources when needed
- Maintain professional conduct at all times during shift
- Keep professional boundaries with the Visitation Program Participants
- Maintain strict confidentiality for each case
- Timely submittal of required paperwork
- Attend all mandatory trainings and meetings
- Report to the Assistant Director immediately and privately to report concerns that may need to be reported to DCF or BPD
- Keep open communication with Program Assistant Director and Program Director
- Work as a team player and assist in observing and documenting cases when other staff are absent
- Return phone calls and e-mails in a timely manner
- Prepare copies of Observation Reports within the 2-week time period for assigned cases (when requested)
- Collect payment for observation reports
- Communicate with Program Participants regarding fees owed, general updates, and concerns, in the form of case management
- Treat all parties with dignity and respect and remain multi-partial
Measurable Goals
- Arrive on time and dress appropriately
- Complete all paperwork prior to the shift ending
- Ability to work well independently
- Ability to work as part of a team
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Expected to work independently, as well as within a team dynamic, with moderate day-to-day supervision. Goal setting, management oversight and performance evaluation will be provided by the Family Visitation Assistant Director.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Bilingual capacity a plus (English/Spanish)
- Experience in Domestic Violence and family work a plus
- The ability to work in strict confidence is essential
- Ability to pay precise attention to detail
- Must be a highly-organized professional, capable of handling complex situations
- Team player with the ability to work alone
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must possess a positive and collaborative working-style
- Must have strong communication skills, be self-motivated, able to multi-task and focused on relationship management
WORK SCHEDULE: The work schedule for this position is part-time, Thursday evenings and Sundays with flexibility if program expansion occurs.
DRESS CODE To project dignity and decorum expected by the public, appropriate dress and good grooming are expected of all employees.
IDEAL MINDSET
- The incumbent should be creative, flexible, and personable
- An energetic go-getter with a bright spirit
- An individual who loves achieving targets and aspiring towards an excellent client experience
- Open-minded and willing for cultural responsiveness
BENEFITS
- Paid sick leave
- 401K plan
- Access to free, on-line CEU approved educational courses
- Employee discounts program providing discounts on thousands of products and services
- Work with a professional, dedicated and compassionate team of people
- Help us continue the important work of changing and saving lives
