Family Support Specialist

Company: High Sky Children's Ranch
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

REQUIREMENTS - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and at least one year of experience in working with youth and families or a combination of the two that equals 5 years. BI-LINGUAL PREFERRED. MUST LIVE IN SERVICE AREA.

BASIC DUTIES OTHER DUTIES WILL BE ASSIGNED
* Develop action plans and perform IN-HOME consultations with children & their legal guardians.
* Share twenty-four on-call responsibilities to ensure that all client's needs are met in a timely fashion.
* Some evening hours required
* Assist with outreach & child abuse prevention through public speaking & distribution of materials.
* Coordinate with other agencies to obtain additional services when needed.
* Exhibit professionalism in representation of the STAY Program and High Sky Children's Ranch.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK - This is a full-time position, with hours of work occurring during the day, evening and weekend; however, this position can occasionally require long hours and weekend work.

TRAVEL - Requires ability to drive assigned vehicles or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under High Sky's insurance policy. Must be age 25 or older to drive on behalf of High Sky. Provide own transportation, at a cost per mile reimbursement established by current contract, for all STAY Program activities.

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