After Hours Support Worker

Job Description

Provides direct in-home services including, but not limited to, crisis management, de-escalation, parenting skills, and behavior managment

Support case plan goals through teaching, role modeling, and demonstration

Develops short term safety plans to resolve crisis situations

Works with community partners to access supports for children and families during a time of crisis

Frequest communication/coordination with on-call screener during crisis situations

Supervises and transports children and families, as needed

Documents information and completes all necessary Saint Francis Ministries forms according to timelines

Supports resource families to maintain placements and help children work toward permanency

Monitors and supervises family interactions

Provides clerical support to case teams as needed

Assists with filing or closing out files as needed or requested by supervisor

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must be at least 21 years of age

Mandated Reporter

Receives training in trauma informed practice and incorporates knowledge in day-to-day practice

Must be able to manage aggressive behaviors with clients

Ability to work flexible schedule beginning at 2 PM until 8 AM

Ability to engage families in a working relationship

Ability to assess for safety for children and adults

Understanding of child and adolescent development

Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to travel throughout the State

Must be a team player

Handles multiple priorities

Independent discretion/decision making within the scope and responsibility of the position

Manages emotions and can amek decisions under pressure

Manages stress appropriately

Works alone effectively

Abilty to work with a diverse population

Understands and practices Universal Precautions