Family Builder/Parenting Skills Developer
Options Counseling and Family Services
Summary
The Family Builder provides services to families in which children are at risk of out-of-home placement, children are reuniting with families after out-of-home placement, children are currently in out-of-home placement, and/or foster or adoptive families who have children experiencing disruptive placements. Provides skills training to adults, children, and adolescents to address safety concerns. Implements effective service plan in collaboration with ODHS caseworker and family members. Adheres to ODHS contract requirements. Ability to travel and transport clients to families' homes and communities required.
Job description
General Description
The Family Builder provides services to families in which children are at risk of out-of-home placement, children are reuniting with families after out-of-home placement, children are currently in out-of-home placement, and/or foster or adoptive families who have children experiencing disruptive placements. Provides skills training to adults, children, and adolescents to address safety concerns. Implements effective service plan in collaboration with ODHS caseworker and family members. Adheres to ODHS contract requirements. Ability to travel and transport clients to families' homes and communities required.
Schedule/Hours
This position is anticipated to be full-time (40 hours/week). However, some weeks may have fewer scheduled hours. The actual hours worked may vary daily depending on the needs of the referring agency or individual client families. Some overtime may be required and approved by your supervisor in response to client needs, referrals, or other factors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
50% - Direct Service
- Assist families in overcoming barriers and ensuring child safety and well-being.
- Collaborate with ODHS, using evidence-based practices.
- Provide flexible scheduling and trauma-informed interventions.
35% - Case Coordination
- Coordinate case activities with stakeholders, attending meetings and court hearings.
- Offer consultation to ODHS caseworkers and assist in coordinating children's return from foster care.
- Attend weekly supervision meetings and provide support as needed.
15% - Documentation
- Report safety concerns and document all activities.
- Maintain accurate client records within electronic systems.
- Record usage of direct support funds for client families.
Working Conditions
- May work afternoon, evening, and/or weekend hours.
- Required to travel locally and transport clients using own insured vehicle.
- Extended periods of time sitting at workstation, engaging in phone work and client sessions, often in challenging environments with families impacted by poverty.
Requirements
- Two years' experience working with at-risk families within the last five years or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience
- Effective working with families in which children have experienced abuse or neglect
- Respectful, open, unbiased, accepting attitude toward clients and their families
- Relate effectively with children, adolescents, parents, staff, and the community
- Pass an ODHS background check and/or fingerprinting
- Maintain client confidentiality
- Valid Oregon driver's license
- Reliable transportation and auto insurance
- Ability to travel and transport clients
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
Company overview
Options Counseling and Family Services is a comprehensive mental health care organization dedicated to providing accessible and compassionate behavioral health services to individuals, families, and communities. As a specialized healthcare provider in the mental health sector, the organization offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions including individual counseling, family therapy, couples counseling, and group therapy sessions. Their services typically address various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. The organization employs licensed mental health professionals including psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors who utilize evidence-based treatment approaches. Options Counseling and Family Services focuses on creating personalized treatment plans that respect each client's unique circumstances and cultural background. They often provide services through multiple modalities including in-person sessions, telehealth options, and community outreach programs. The organization plays a crucial role in addressing mental health needs within their service area by offering sliding scale fees, accepting various insurance plans, and maintaining strong community partnerships to ensure mental health services remain accessible to diverse populations regardless of socioeconomic status.