Family Engagement Coordinator - Monroe

Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency. $24-26 an hour Position Summary: The Family Engagement Coordinator is a critical member of the residential and community residential program. The Family Engagement Coordinator's focus is on family voice and choice. The Family Engagement Coordinator is responsible for developing the after-care plan starting with the youth's placement on the dorm and focusing on permanency.  Responsibilities:Meet families in their homes and communitySchedule home visits with families, write visitation plans, schedule or provide transportationFocus on Permanency activities Ensure family voice and choice is evident in ICSP development, treatment plans goals, meetings, Trained in Child Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS) and gather information for Social Worker Gather information from family for 30 psychosocial Attend psychiatrist meeting if Social Worker is not available Provide casework services related to discharge planning and the youth's re-entry into the family and community Develops transition plans with and for the youth, including education/vocational/life skills. Coordinate with the Aftercare program.Support the Social Worker in identifying permanency barriers, kinship resources, and visiting/mentoring opportunities early in placement Train family/discharge resource in skills needed to sustain gains made in care Plan, invite, and transport family for events and meetings Attending staff meetings to help with dorm communication Ensure all client-related activities, including TTHs, collateral contacts, case contacts, phone calls, emails, and other required interactions, are accurately documented in EVOLVE within 3 business days of occurrenceParticipate in on-call rotation RequirementsEducation (one of the following):Associate's degree requiredBachelor's degree preferredRelevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirementExperience:2 years of related experience requiredDriver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required BenefitsBenefits available to all staff:Student Loan and Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community CenterOpportunities for Professional DevelopmentFull Time Benefits:Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam403(b) with 6% employer contributionPTO plus 9 paid holidaysChildcare ReimbursementHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)Life InsuranceEEO Statement: Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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