Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester
SKILL BUILDER & RESPITE PROVIDER (PRC)
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Rochester, New York, United States
SKILL BUILDER & RESPITE PROVIDER (PRC)
Location: Rochester, NY
Department: Children's, Youth and Family
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am to 5pm
Salary: $22.50 to $24.70/hr
Description Serves families with the unique needs of post‑adoptive, post‑guardianship, and kinship placements. This position provides supportive services in the home or community within the 4‑county services area (Monroe, Wayne, Livingston, and Steuben). It assists assigned families and youth in improving overall communication, emotional regulation, and household management skills. Provides concrete assistance such as respite care, childcare help, and transportation. Supports ongoing and collaborative communication among all program staff and ensures a trauma‑informed care environment.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Assesses the individual and family dynamic in the home to determine what skills need development. Develops a service plan to address areas of concern while ensuring the safety of the youth/families assigned to best facilitate better family cohesion.
Applies appropriate crisis intervention or de‑escalation principles and techniques.
Provides concrete assistance, such as respite care or help with childcare and transportation.
Provides life skills and social training for youth and families.
Advises and supports navigation of educational challenges.
Works collaboratively with Monroe, Wayne, Steuben and Schuyler Counties, the NYS Kinship Navigator and the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
Collaborates with agencies and local district offices to gather information and develop a supportive community network to educate families regarding availability of Kinship and Adoptive services.
Attends local community events to educate community and obtain program referrals.
Stays up to date on community resources and services that can benefit parents and children in the program.
Meets regularly with program supervisor to evaluate and implement professional growth in practice and performance.
Informs supervisor in a timely fashion about significant events related to client issues.
Participates in consistent supervision, ongoing staff training, and program development.
Initiates professional development through reading and applying current, relevant literature, development of program activities for Kinship and Adoptive families.
Completes required record documentation in accordance with Program Policies and Procedures.
Works collaboratively with Case Managers to support the needs of the youth and families.
Completes a strength‑based assessment and needs analysis with individual/family.
In collaboration with client(s), creates a client action/service plan to address goals.
Documents all interactions in case records within required timelines.
Coordinates service delivery and completes required pre/post‑test, evaluations, and screenings.
Participates in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings.
Actively pursues development of professional competencies related to job performance through reading, supervision, in‑service training and attendance at conferences and workshops.
Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, including support of the Agency's Core Competency initiatives of Collaboration, Community Focus, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Cultural Competence and Diversity.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in social science or social work.
Credentials: Valid NY State Driver License.
Experience: Experience in child welfare, adoption, and/or family court systems. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Physical Demands/Work Environment The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Compliance Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with Catholic Charities Family and Community Services’ corporate compliance & ethics program.
Additional Requirements
Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects independently.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively and meet deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure.
Excellent verbal/written skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which support agency mission, philosophy, and policies.
Willingness and ability to foster agency and program‑wide cooperation and teamwork through positive/constructive communication techniques.
Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver’s record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier.
Continuous use of a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle.
Willingness to travel within the region.
Some late afternoons or evenings may be required.
Demonstrate commitment to Agency Mission Statement.
Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCDR’s corporate compliance and ethics program.
Top Benefits And Perks
Competitive salary and 403(b) retirement plan.
Generous time off package and work–life balance.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Supportive and collaborative environment.
Opportunities for growth and development.
Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives.
Salary Description: $22.50 - $24.70/hour
Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet.
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Department: Children's, Youth and Family
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am to 5pm
Salary: $22.50 to $24.70/hr
Description Serves families with the unique needs of post‑adoptive, post‑guardianship, and kinship placements. This position provides supportive services in the home or community within the 4‑county services area (Monroe, Wayne, Livingston, and Steuben). It assists assigned families and youth in improving overall communication, emotional regulation, and household management skills. Provides concrete assistance such as respite care, childcare help, and transportation. Supports ongoing and collaborative communication among all program staff and ensures a trauma‑informed care environment.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Assesses the individual and family dynamic in the home to determine what skills need development. Develops a service plan to address areas of concern while ensuring the safety of the youth/families assigned to best facilitate better family cohesion.
Applies appropriate crisis intervention or de‑escalation principles and techniques.
Provides concrete assistance, such as respite care or help with childcare and transportation.
Provides life skills and social training for youth and families.
Advises and supports navigation of educational challenges.
Works collaboratively with Monroe, Wayne, Steuben and Schuyler Counties, the NYS Kinship Navigator and the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
Collaborates with agencies and local district offices to gather information and develop a supportive community network to educate families regarding availability of Kinship and Adoptive services.
Attends local community events to educate community and obtain program referrals.
Stays up to date on community resources and services that can benefit parents and children in the program.
Meets regularly with program supervisor to evaluate and implement professional growth in practice and performance.
Informs supervisor in a timely fashion about significant events related to client issues.
Participates in consistent supervision, ongoing staff training, and program development.
Initiates professional development through reading and applying current, relevant literature, development of program activities for Kinship and Adoptive families.
Completes required record documentation in accordance with Program Policies and Procedures.
Works collaboratively with Case Managers to support the needs of the youth and families.
Completes a strength‑based assessment and needs analysis with individual/family.
In collaboration with client(s), creates a client action/service plan to address goals.
Documents all interactions in case records within required timelines.
Coordinates service delivery and completes required pre/post‑test, evaluations, and screenings.
Participates in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings.
Actively pursues development of professional competencies related to job performance through reading, supervision, in‑service training and attendance at conferences and workshops.
Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, including support of the Agency's Core Competency initiatives of Collaboration, Community Focus, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Cultural Competence and Diversity.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in social science or social work.
Credentials: Valid NY State Driver License.
Experience: Experience in child welfare, adoption, and/or family court systems. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Physical Demands/Work Environment The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Compliance Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with Catholic Charities Family and Community Services’ corporate compliance & ethics program.
Additional Requirements
Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects independently.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively and meet deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure.
Excellent verbal/written skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which support agency mission, philosophy, and policies.
Willingness and ability to foster agency and program‑wide cooperation and teamwork through positive/constructive communication techniques.
Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver’s record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier.
Continuous use of a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle.
Willingness to travel within the region.
Some late afternoons or evenings may be required.
Demonstrate commitment to Agency Mission Statement.
Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCDR’s corporate compliance and ethics program.
Top Benefits And Perks
Competitive salary and 403(b) retirement plan.
Generous time off package and work–life balance.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Supportive and collaborative environment.
Opportunities for growth and development.
Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives.
Salary Description: $22.50 - $24.70/hour
Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet.
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