FPS Family Support Worker Wichita

Essential Functions

• Provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and families during the referral period
• Delivers culturally competent services using a strengths-based approach to children and families consistent with the evidence-based practice models
• Decisions are made on guidelines provided by the supervisor, family preservation standard procedures and policies, evidence-based practice model and DCCCA organizational policies
• Meets DCF timelines to connect with the family within 24 hours of referral; facilitate initial family meeting within 48 hours of referral; complete assessment-based case plan within 20 days of referral; case closure within 3-6 months of referral
• Engages and works in partnership with case manager and families to complete assessments
• Meets with family in the home weekly to monitor family progress towards their case plan goals and assesses each child's safety
• Assesses each child's safety with every family contact and reports all suspected child abuse / neglect
• Provides support and resources to family in Nutrition, Hygiene, Household and Time Management, Home and Child Safety, Basic Parenting, Transportation, Problem Solving and Communication
• Works closely with the Case Manager to provide services for the family and make decisions about child well-being
• Remains current on the availability of community resources and assists all families in obtaining assistance
• Acts as a liaison with schools to obtain child records, attend conferences, track attendance and support achievement
• Acts as a liaison with Behavioral Health and Child Placement Agency to support treatment and respite plans
• Provides transportation as necessary to meet established program achievement and fidelity goals
• Collects drug screens as necessary
• Documents case activities, information weekly
• Appears and testifies in court as required
• Responds promptly to family crisis situations, documents incidents and is available 24/7 to clients
• Promotes and practices teamwork in all activities
• Fosters and maintains professional relationships with families, community partners and peers
• Participates in professional development that is relevant
• Job may require the employee to be able to regularly drive to various DCCCA locations and other business locations throughout the day or night as required

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• A minimum two years relevant experience in behavioral health or children/family services
• Personal experience with addictions treatment or child welfare preferred
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability; able to shift styles to fit the needs of a wide range of cultures, people, and organizations
• Solid commitment to the principles of support and advocacy for foster and adoptive families
• Must possess a valid state Driver's License, in force automobile liability insurance, and maintain a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that meets organization's insurability standard as defined by DCCCA policy. Availability of reliable transportation is required for this position

• Requires overall computer knowledge and proficiency with the following:
  • Computerized database programs
  • Spreadsheet programs
  • Word processing programs
• Requires the ability to efficiently operate office equipment such as:
  • Computerized e‑mail systems
  • Calculators, copiers, fax machines
  • Telephones and voicemail systems
• Effective listening, oral, and written communication skills, including face‑to‑face, on‑site, in person discussions. Exercises appropriate use of positive language.
• Regular and predictable on‑site attendance.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft suite of products including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to efficiently operate other office equipment such as telephones, voicemail systems, copy and fax machines, and scanners.
• Adherence to DCCCA Values:
  • We provide education and services based on research and a dedicated commitment to improving lives.
  • We value the people and communities we serve by respecting their experiences and treating them with dignity and respect.
  • We encourage leadership at all…