Specialist Home Visiting

KVC Health Systems
Lawrence, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 11/25/2024
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/11/2025

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

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