RESPONSIBILITIES: The Family Preservation Services Specialist (Tier 2) works with (Tier 2) families who are in crisis due to issues with or are at risk of abuse or neglect and who need intensive services in order to prevent their children from being placed outside the home. In this role, relationship building is important in conducting home visits and establishing rapport in order to form a partnership for change. Candidate must be able to clearly communicate and write daily/weekly initial/ term progress for reporting into the DCF documentation system as well as carry a caseload of no more than four families with an average of 5 hours per week in the home during the six-week intervention. Attending court hearings for all families that are court-involved as well as testifying in court proceedings are required.

QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a Master’s degree from an accredited university in Social Work or a related field such as Community Counseling, Human Development, Child and Family Development, Applied Family and Youth Studies, Sociology, Social Services, Substance Abuse, Addictions, Education, Early Childhood or Psychology. It is required to be licensed by the behavioral sciences regulatory board to practice in Kansas (LMSW, LSCSW, Professional Counselor, etc.) as well as one (1) to three (3) years of child welfare experience. Excellent customer service skills, the ability to work on several tasks concurrently, and attention to detail and deadlines are essential to this position. Must pass a background check, and physical and drug screening. This position also requires a valid driver’s license and proof of current vehicle insurance.