Come join a fun, committed and passionate team, serving children and families! Every 10 seconds in our country, a report of child abuse is made. Here at Olive Crest, we will not stand by and allow these numbers to persist in our communities. We fight every day to stop the cycle of child abuse, and to ensure that every child that comes into our care is nurtured in a strong and loving family. We believe every child, young adult and family is worthy of love, safety, and the opportunity to live a fulfilling life free from pain, fear, and isolation. We work to meet the individual needs of kids in crisis by providing safe homes, resources, and education for both youth and parents. Our many innovative programs reflect our conviction that strengthening the family is one of the most powerful ways to help heal children. Our 98% stability rate is a testament to the lifelong commitment and unwavering compassion that Olive Crest maintains to the children and families we serve.

Olive Crest serves 4,000 children and families each day throughout California, Nevada, and the Pacific Northwest. For information, call 800.550.CHILD (2445) or visit www.olivecrest.org

SUMMARY OF WORK PERFORMED:
This position is on call with variable hours (15-30 hours weekly) based on work load and incoming home study referrals for prospective foster families, and current foster family adoptions.
Conduct home study clinical interviews and write home studies in an effective and efficient manner while following all compliance standards set by state Licensing Division and Olive Crest. Strong writing skills and clinical assessment skills required. Communicate effectively with the Licensing team and Program Supervisor. Employee will need to come into the office when requested to sign appropriate paperwork, or for applicable meetings. Mileage reimbursed for trips to family homes for interviews.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Implement the directives of the Licensing Supervisor and Program Director in the areas of screening, clinical assessment, timelines and home study protocols.
2. Follow approved home study process for interviews, clinical writing, and editing. Adhere to schedule deadlines.
3. Be responsive to feedback and demonstrate willingness to ask/investigate further if there are questions, confusion or concerns.
4. Utilize clinical and therapeutic skills and techniques when discussing traumatic events.
5. Utilize effective communication between appropriate members of the Licensing team and Program Director.
6. Initiate a staffing (can be by phone) to discuss any red flags or concerns about a family.
7. Be available as needed to timely sign appropriate documentation for submittal of the Home Study.
8. Seek consultation and/or supervision when needed and/or requested.
9. Assist in ensuring accreditation, State and Olive Crest standards are being met.
10. Willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends in order to meet with families who are unable to meet during regular working hours.
11. Present Olive Crest licensing and service delivery in a professional and informative manner. Be up to date on licensing/WAC/ RCW changes.
12. Assist with Home Study training if requested.
13. Other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in counseling, social work, mental health, or related field.
2. Demonstrated clinical skills and formal training in mental health assessment.
3. Knowledge and experience with in-depth clinical interviewing.
4. Excellent writing skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and follow through with assigned tasks and to present oneself in a mature and professional manner.
6. Ability to drive to homes in your own vehicle within the assigned geographical area with the drive typically not exceeding 2 hours each way.
7. Willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends in order to meet with families who are unable to meet during regular working hours.
8. A philosophy of support for at-risk children and families in line with the mission, vision, values, and statement of faith of Olive Crest.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in counseling, social work, mental health, or related field.
2. Experience and comfortable working with various cultures and faith-based communities.
3. Computer skills.
4. Knowledge and previous experience with child welfare and foster care service delivery or licensing.
5. Ability to maintain a neutral, non-judgmental attitude.

TO APPLY: Please visit https://www.olivecrest.org/careers/ to fill out our online application.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Mileage reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Please include a cover letter and let us know why you'd like to work for Olive Crest!

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• child welfare: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Pierce County, WA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pierce County, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person