SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF WORK

• Educational requirements are very specific. Decision making skills and problem solving capabilities are critical. Highly developed interpersonal skills are necessary.

PREFERRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in social work or related field
• 2 years experience in Child Welfare Services, Residential/Day Treatment preferred
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Valid driver’s license/ acceptable driving record

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsible for the direct supervision of Juvenile Services Triage Center youth, age 10 through 18; works with Program Coordinator regarding program development and implementation.
• Responds to requests for emergency placement via telephone calls, gathers information and assesses appropriateness of referrals.
• Assists in the intake/orientation, assessment and discharge process, including written reports.
• Establishes a positive working relationship with and knowledge of community resources, area schools and personnel, volunteers police and HHS (PS/OJS) and assists in the coordination of these services/resources.
• Provides guidance, support and crisis intervention to youth and families when indicated and appropriate.
• Assists youth in formulating and achieving of youth participants’ goals.
• Facilitates educational groups, i.e., life skills, problem solving, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of youth and families.
• Maintains required records.
• Provides transportation for program clients when necessary.
• Displays a courteous and caring attitude at all times to the clientele, volunteers, and visitors of the Agency.
• Cooperates and collaborates with program area staff, volunteers, and other Agency staff.
• Maintains regular, prompt attendance at the office on a consistent and reliable basis.
• Abides by all specific program and Agency procedures, policies, and requirements.
• Develops personal and program related skills through participation in internal and external training opportunities including printed material and audio and/or visual media.
• Demonstrates knowledge about the legal and civil rights relevant to the provision of the service, the socio-cultural characteristics of the service population, and the special service needs of youth and their family members.
• Performs other program related duties as assigned.

TO APPLY:

Send your resume to or apply in person at Heartland Family Service, 2101 S. 42 St., Omaha, NE 68105. Attention: Human Resources. FAX to 553-3133, Attention: Human Resources or EMAIL to snadason@heartlandfamilyservice.org Please specify the position. Acceptance and review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Heartland Family Service is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action United Way Agency. Applicants requiring accommodation must notify in advance.