Family Support Worker, Bilingual English and Spanish (DC - MD), LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF THE NAT, Washington, DC
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF THE NAT -
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Washington, DC,
US
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Family Support Worker, Bilingual English and Spanish (DC - MD)
Date Posted: 2024-05-24
Job description
Job Details
Level Experienced
Job Location Home Office (Headquarters) - DC - Washington, DC
Position Type Full Time
Education Level Bachelor's Degree Required
Salary Range $56,000.00 - $56,165.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage 30%
Job Shift Regular
Job Category Health Care
Description
Job Description
The Family Support Worker is responsible for providing comprehensive support to the Social Workers that are supporting youth and families in LSS's domestic foster care program. This supportive position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, develop relationships with the families served, plan visits/doctor appointments and transport youth to and from visits with family, and the ability to de-escalate conflict with a high level of professionalism. Reporting directly to the Supervisor, Clinical Social Worker; the FSW serves as the most supportive role to the program. The FSW must be willing to transport clients, document interactions and enjoy working within a collaborative and dynamic environment that is mission-driven, results-driven and community oriented. The candidate must have a commitment to the mission of Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area (LSSNCA).
Essential Functions
Provides transportation for clients to visit with their families or attend regularly scheduled appointments
Coordinates with the social worker and family, appointment times and locations.
Inputs notes in FACES within 48hours of meeting with clients.
Develops positive relationships with foster parents and birth families.
De-escalate any conflicts with family members, as needed.
Arrives on time, with client, to appointments
Engages appropriately with clients despite any cultural or language differences/
Other projects/duties as assigned for the overall benefit of the organization.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in a human services.
At least two (2) years of prior experience working with children and families
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate engagement with all clients
Culturally competent: experience with different cultures, religions, and nationalities.
Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality
Must be reliable with time sensitive appointments
Computer and typing skills sufficient to perform essential job functions.
Active motor vehicle license.
Maintain a reliable automobile with adequate insurance coverage.
Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries.
Preferred Skills
2 plus years of experience in child welfare
2 plus years of experience in the foster care system