Job Details
Job Location
North Salem - Salem, OR
Position Type
Full Time
Salary Range
$18.72 - $20.28 Hourly
Job Shift
Any
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer at recruiting@options.org to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.
Vision Statement
Options Counseling and Family Services supports the health, safety, equity, and well-being of our clients, families, employees, and communities.
Mission Statement
In partnership with members of the communities we serve, Options Counseling and Family Services promotes safety, healing, and empowerment for individuals and families.
Benefits
Options offers many benefits for our full-time employees (full-time is any employee working 30 hours per week or more). A list of all our benefits can be found on our website, here: https://options.org/careers/benefits/
Highlights:

• Options pays 100% of the cost to cover employees for medical, dental, vision, basic term life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability
• 403b retirement plan with an agency match
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) funded by Options to reimburse employees for a percentage of medical expenses related to employees' deductible
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Expense accounts are available
• Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO) policy that allows employees to earn up to four weeks in the first year of employment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 100% funded by Options

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they have every one of the qualifications as described. We are most interested in finding the best candidate and our hiring processes are centered on assessing candidates based on diverse experience. Please let us know if you have questions.
Qualifications
General Description:
Provides variable hours of "hand-on" in-home demonstration, teaching and support to achieve behavioral changes in families where child safety issues are present. Families served include those in which there are safety risks in the families homes and/or children who are at risk of out of home placement. Families will primarily be referred by ODHS self-sufficiency case managers. The Provider will assess the family's needs and co-create a family plan of action and collaborate with other ODHS providers and community agencies. Ability to travel to families' homes and communities required. Ability to travel 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.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must meet the criteria of a Qualified Mental Health Associate (learn more on MHACBOs website: https://www.mhacbo.org/en/certifications/). At least two years of experience with in-home budgeting, housekeeping, nutrition and household management, appropriate physical care of children, parenting skills and techniques, basic knowledge of child development and working with disadvantaged individuals and families in the provision of services. Experience may be substituted for education. Must be computer proficient in a Microsoft Windows environment and willing to learn to provide client services using remote video technology (e.g. Zoom). Must have respectful, open, accepting attitude toward clients and their families.
Must pass a ODHS background check and/or fingerprinting. Must have a valid Oregon drivers license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance*
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree of Science in social work, psychology, or counseling. Knowledge of dynamics of high-risk families including sexual abuse, substance use, and domestic violence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
75% - Direct Service

• Provide practical in-home training and intervention in parent and family functioning
• Make multiple contacts with family and its support system in a variety of settings
• Provide face-to-face implementation of specific service plan components to each family
• Assist family in developing interventions and establishing accountability for inappropriate behaviors
• Provide instruction and assistance to parents on supervision of youth, with a focus on safety and well-being
• Identify family and individual strengths to help resolve the child safety and attachment concerns
• Connect family with informal and formal support systems, including contacting and accessing resources
• Provide and supervise appropriate in-home and/or community recreational opportunities for youth
• Teach and model appropriate play, attachment & behavior management techniques
• Work with mentally ill, emotionally ill and developmentally delayed individuals and families
• Work with disadvantaged individuals and families in provision of services
• Work effectively with angry and hostile clients
• Create a local steering committee with public and private partners; conduct regular meetings
• Identify families with drug and alcohol dependence, physically and sexually abused children, domestic violence and other child safety concerns
• Empathize with and motivate clients to enhance child safety and attachment
• Maintain client confidentiality

25% - Documentation

• Attend and participate in regular clinical supervision and team meetings, as directed
• Maintain accurate and current client records, including weekly progress notes within the electronic client record (ECR), and sign documents to meet federal and state regulatory requirements and/or agency standards.
• Learn and work within specific agency operations, policies and procedures affecting assigned work
• Provide relevant and up-to-date reports of families progress and challenges
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing, respond to questions, gather and exchange information with referring agency and community resources
• Perform assigned tasks quickly and accurately from written and oral instructions
• Maintain effective working relationships with professional service staff
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:

• May be required to work afternoon, evening, and/or weekend hours
• Will travel locally and transport clients with own vehicle. Must be insured with liability insurance*
• Extended periods of time sitting at workstation updating client records, phone work, and client sessions
• Ability to stand, work, and drive throughout the day
• Mobility and dexterity sufficient to assist clients and handle required job-related functions and move about the facility
• Ability to cope with clients who may use challenging or offensive language with potential for escalation to physical aggression

* Positions that require driving clients must maintain vehicle insurance as required by law, with a minimum of $100,000/$300,000/$100,000 personal auto liability coverage (proof of insurance will be required).
**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable applicants with disabilities to perform the essential functions.