Children’s Community Service Provider Level 2 - Per Diem
DIVISION: Youth Family and Community Service
DEPARTMENT: CFTSS-CPST
HOURS: Per Diem
GRADE: FLSA Non-Exempt - $23/hr.
I. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience
1. Master’s degree in health or human service field preferred
OR
2. Bachelor’s degree in health or human service field required and
3. Two years’ experience working with special needs populations
Skills
1. Good organizational and time management skills
2. Good oral/written communication skills
3. Good interpersonal skills
4. Knowledge of community agencies and resources
5. Ability to work with service providers
6. Familiar with computer programs (e.g. Word, Excel)
7. The ability to climb stairs, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift items weighing 40 lbs.
8. Ability to legally operate a vehicle in NY State
II. RESPONSIBLE TO: Supervisor
III. MAJOR FUNCTIONS:
1. Provide direct service to children and families in their home, at school or in the community
2. Provide direct services to children and families one-to-one and/or in groups. Delivery of services will follow a plan of care developed by the client and family
3. Ensure a person centered planning process in delivery of services
4. Provide appropriate care and supervision of all individuals while on outings
5. Provide crisis intervention as necessary
6. Link and connect to natural supports and community resources
7. Maintain required documentation and complete in a timely manner to substantiate Medicaid billing
8. Attend supervision and staff meetings as necessary
9. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings for quality care of individuals and represent the agency in a professional manner
10. Comply with all applicable regulations
11. Advocate for and ensure the individual’s rights are protected
12. Provide face to face service to children at least 50% of working hours
13. Participate in and successfully complete all required staff training and development activities
14. Perform other job related activities as directed by supervisor
15. Understand and follow all Agency and Program policies and procedures
In compliance with all applicable government laws, rules, regulations and standards and all Catholic Charities Policies and Procedures the duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the above.