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Job Title - Counselor - Family Visitation

Program - Visitation

Location - 1250 Lakewood Road, Toms River

Position – Part-Time

Job Description/Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and trauma informed team member to provide counseling for court mandated families with a goal of establishing and maintaining their parent/child relationships. Our services are in-person at the program location in Toms River.

Required Competencies

• Conducting assessments
• Facilitating parent/child interaction and bonding
• Completing timely documentation in EHR and data tracking website.
• Day and Evening hours
• Meeting with supervisor for case consultation as required.
• Document any significant information the child(ren) or visitor(s) may reveal during visits;
• Confirm visits and/or pickups according to program policies and case specific details;
• Maintain confidentiality and no contact between case parties as outlined in program policies and court orders;
• Handle any problems or concerns of custodial and non custodial parties and bring them to the attention of the Program Director and if necessary make report to central resistry;
• Supervise family visitation and maintain safety and well-being of children
• Document relevant interaction between family members
• Ensure program policies are maintained by consumers;
• Ensure court ordered requirements are maintained;
• Intervene when it is in the interest of the child(ren) to do so or when instructed by case specific information;
• Communicate with Program Assistant to prepare and mail out letters and reports when required
• Complete paperwork as outlined in policy and procedure manual;
• Maintain caseload of 5 or more families

Competencies

• Must maintain required CPR and first aid education/certification.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft windows and word
• Proficiently communicates - written and verbal
• Exhibits critical thinking
• Demonstrates empathy and compassion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
• Experience working with youth and families during times of separation (legal and or DCP&P)
• Candidates must possess a strong ability to set boundaries, and be skilled in documentation, and collaboration.
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license in good standing
• Day and Evening hours

EOE