Understands and applies Family Finding principles and stages in collaboration with families. Establishes connections with youth, family, extended family, and natural supports regionally, utilizing in-person, phone, and video-conference interactions. Supports family members in the Resource Parent certification process. Organizes and leads up to 2 monthly support groups for pre- or post-adoptive parents. Collaborates with Marin's Juvenile Justice Department to coordinate and facilitate Child and F... more details
Hybrid Bilingual Family Connections Specialist
Job LocationsUS-CA-San Rafael
Job ID
2024-8505
Category
Direct Care
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Overview
Are you an experienced bilingual-Spanish mental health professional passionate about working with youth and families in the foster care and probation system? Join our committed team in delivering services at Seneca!
The Bilingual Family Connections Specialist on the team plays a vital role in addressing permanency and connectedness for youth and families within Marin County's Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice systems. You will collaborate with social workers and probation officers, guide families through the six stages of Family Finding, and offer support groups and case management for parents navigating the foster and adoption process.
ABOUT SENECA
Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among theBay Area’s Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage people of color to apply. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities
Understands and applies Family Finding principles and stages in collaboration with families
Establishes connections with youth, family, extended family, and natural supports regionally, utilizing in-person, phone, and video-conference interactions
Supports family members in the Resource Parent certification process
Organizes and leads up to 2 monthly support groups for pre- or post-adoptive parents
Collaborates with Marin's Juvenile Justice Department to coordinate and facilitate Child and Family Team Meetings
Attends site-specific supervisory and program meetings
Engages in regional training and consultation groups
Participates in the scheduled regional on-call crisis response line
Qualifications
REQUIRED
Education/Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Psychology/Counseling + 2 years of experience OR
Associate’s degree or equivalent + 3 year of applicable experience OR
High School Diploma/GED + 4 years of applicable experience
Applicable experience can include paid or unpaid experience working with youth or families, or working in the social services field
Bilingual in Spanish
Flexibility to work some earlier mornings or evenings, scheduled ahead of time
Must be at least 21 years of age
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements
Proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination or an HR-approved medical/religious exemption
PREFERRED
Experience providing strong behavioral interventions with youth incommunity-based setting
Strong organizational skills as demonstrated by the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks
SKILLS OF AN IDEAL CANDIDATE
Positive client engagement and communication with parents whose children have been removed due to abuse or neglect
Schedule
Full-time; Monday - Friday
Hybrid; provide in-person services & complete documentation remotely
Exact schedule can be determined with applicant and take into account their preference
Benefits
Starting at $27.58 - $30.08 per hour, commensurate with experience
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