What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist Home Visiting position at KVC Health Systems?
Position Summary: Provides support services to families that are affiliated using various social work and educational methods, including individual, and/or group family support, and crisis intervention. This position is responsible for developing trusting, nurturing and supportive relationships with families over a long-term intervention. Provide strength-based, child focused, family centered service based on the Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework. We use the Healthy Families of America Model.
Location: The office location is Lawrence KS; however, the service area is NE Kansas. Travel is required.
Education: High School Diploma and minimum of 2 years’ experience.
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children and families in a social services role • Strong customer service focus, excellent time management, oral and written communication skills
- Independent judgment to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload with attention to detail
- Proficient in Word and email applications
- Ability to work productively and respectfully with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Capable of functioning independently, practicing good judgment and discretion in decision making and promote positive parenting and child development while reducing the risk of child maltreatment
- Demonstrated willingness to work a non-structured flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends
Licensure/Certification: Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Essential Duites:
- Provides in-home parent education and family support services.
- Plans and participates in quarterly parent support groups.
- Advocates for strong infant/parent relationships, promoting infant mental health using the Healthy Families America Model.
- Enrolls clients and assesses families' emotional and social needs.
- Supports parents in providing a healthy start for their children through ongoing assessment, education, and support.
- Refers families to outside agencies to assist with goal achievement.
- Engages families using a strength-based approach to encourage self-directed change.
- Promotes community awareness of the program and ensures families can access services.
- Ensures timely and compliant documentation in the KVC data system.
- Participates in staff meetings and may transport clients as needed.
- Performs other duties as required.
Competencies:
- Judgment: Makes thoughtful, timely decisions.
- Execution & Results: Adapts to change, solves problems, and ensures accuracy.
- Customer Focus: Interacts well with others, works independently or in a team, and maintains ethical standards. Motivation & Work Ethic: Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and respect.
Join Us:
We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38,000 - $40,000