RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Evening and weekend shifts are required; please do not apply for this position if you cannot work this schedule.

· MUST be physically, emotionally and mentally capable of interacting with children from 0-17 years of age and their parents

· MUST be physically, emotionally and mentally capable of handling difficult situations and personalities

· Demonstrate a strong sense of healthy personal and professional boundaries (example: not prone to people pleasing or taking things personally in a sensitive or challenging professional setting)

· Act as a neutral third party, allowing non-custodial parents safe access to their child/ren for the time allowed by the Court

· Follow laws, guidelines and policies regarding all aspects of job duties

· Drive to meet children and parents within the community when community-based visits are scheduled

· Promote a safe and professional visitation environment and experience

· Ensure visit sites are safe, clean, and orderly

· Provide accurate concurrent documentation for each visit according to established standards (use of company-owned laptop offered)

· Maintain confidential, accurate client files

· Communicate and collaborate with MFU staff regarding visit schedule, quality of services, documentation, client status updates, and progress

· Establish and maintain relationships with custodial parent/guardian, non-custodial (visiting) parent, and child/ren

· Coordinate schedules and provide respectful face-to-face, online and phone interactions

· Implement parent education curriculum with visiting parent (when requested by county agency)

· Model positive professional attitude, behavior and language

· Respond appropriately to issues as they arise

· Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled

QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the requirements mentioned above:

· 1-2 years’ experience working in a childcare, family services, legal, criminal justice or related setting

· Previously completed college level child development, psychology, criminal justice, or related coursework is desired

· Cultural competency and/or domestic violence training preferred

· Trauma and resilience training preferred

· Must possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license, have access to an insured motor vehicle, and possess a clear driving record.

· Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification (or willing to become certified during initial training process)

· Mandated Child Abuse Reporting (or willing to be trained)

· Some travel required to facilitate visits in community

· Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds

· Ability to engage in bending, lifting, twisting and reaching

· Have a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Must possess the ability to maintain professional boundaries with respect, including having conversations to enforce such boundaries and/or saying “no” with confidence

· Strong attention to detail (for observation and documentation)

· Ability to communicate in English- verbal and written skills

· Bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Additional Requirements:

· At least 21 years of age

· Have no record of a conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) within the last five years

· Not have been on probation or parole for the last 10 years

· Have no record of a conviction for child molestation, child abuse, or other crimes against a person

· Have no civil, criminal, or juvenile restraining orders within the last 10 years

· Have no current or past court order in which you have been subject to a supervised visitation order

· Must pass current applicable clearances

· Willing to commit to a minimum of one year

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour'
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Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Social work/Child Development: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person