PREFERRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in social work or related field
• Experience in child welfare services, residential/day treatment preferred
• minimum 21 years of age
• valid drivers license/ acceptable driving record

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsibilities include the direct supervision of infants through age 18; 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 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.

To apply, send your resume to 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. Family Service is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action United Way Agency. Applicants requiring accommodation must notify in advance.