Caseworker, Family Preservation Services Job at Family Services of NW PA

Family Services of NW PA Erie, PA

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus*

Position: Caseworker, Family Preservation Services

Pay Rate: $16.75 per hour

Job Type: Full time

Location: Erie County

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Family Preservation/Family Reunification Services Caseworker works intensively with children and families in their own homes. Strong written and verbal communication skills required. Travel throughout Erie County required.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Employs a variety of casework techniques and modalities to meet family needs.
  • Interviews, assesses, and provides services to assigned clients in their homes on a regular basis.
  • Provides therapeutic skill building to the Office of Children & Youth client families involved in Family Reunification.
  • Provides therapeutic services during visits between children and their families in order to increase their attachments toward reinteegration to the family unit, when possible.
  • Maintains case records in a timely manner as required in agency policy.
  • Performs on-call duties for crisis situations after hours on a rotating basis to provide support to families.
  • Participates in staff development activities, including individual and peer supervision.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology or closely related field required.
  • Knowledge of child development, behavior management and parenting skills necessary.
  • Experience working with children and families with multiple concerns at time of referral preferred.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

WORKING AT FAMILY SERVICES OF NW PA:
Join our team for a friendly work environment, flexible hours, and the ability to work partially remote. Family Services of NW PA offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package, and mileage reimbursement at the IRS standard mileage rate. Family Services of NW PA is a nonprofit organization and qualifies workers for student loan forgiveness programs.

ABOUT FAMILY SERVICES OF NW PA:
Family Services of NW PA (FSNWPA) is a non-profit social service agency with a mission to Strengthen Families and Transform Lives. We provide a comprehensive continuum of care and high quality, innovative programs and services to children and families across Northwest Pennsylvania. Services are available in Erie, Crawford, Mercer, and Venango Counties in Pennsylvania. Learn more at www.FSNWPA.org.

*$500 at 90 days, $500 at 180 days and $1,000 at 1 year

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.75 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Signing bonus

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road




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