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Company: Childrens Home Society of Florida
Location: West Palm Beach
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Overview#MyCHSWhy: GisellefromChildren's Home Society FloridaonVimeo.Since opening our doors in 1902, CHS became a part of Florida's history.CHS has been committed to growing and evolving to provide the right services and solutions to address the needs of children and families throughout the changing times. Every day, our team works with parents and kids to empower them and encourage them. With innovative technology solutions and a dedicated, experienced team throughout the state, were changing the face of foster care and positively impacting children and families lives for generations to come.Join our team to continue to do good and create history serving Florida's children and families!As aNavigatoryou will support our growing needs for case management services. You willidentify and assess child and family needs with the goal of empowering families to build bridges to their success.This is an excellent opportunity for a positive and dedicated social services professional that has a passion for advocacy and thrives in a fast-paced, never-the-same work environment.WHY JOIN CHS? Uplifting mission-driven work culture Make an impact in your community and become a part of Florida's history! Growth and professional development opportunities Great benefits package, including generouspaid time off and holidaysResponsibilitiesYOU WILL: Focus on family needs while conducting intake screenings and assessments todetermine appropriate services. Re-evaluate client needs on a regular basis and persevere to motive them towards continuing participation in the early childhood system of care. Conduct outreach to community service providers. Make presentations at events and activities to disseminate information aboutthe programs / services available. Support and maintain collaborative relationships with key community service providers and stay abreast of information pertinent to a successful referral and linkage. Provide direct referrals and assure linkages for families to services based upon eligibility. Educate families about the Healthy Beginnings Program and how to navigateother programs within the early childhood system of care. Facilitate the familys ability to adequately navigate the health and human services, educational and other family support systems. Advocate for the family when there are issues with service providers and coach family members when necessary to improve their interpersonal skills. Oversee the development and maintenance of the family resource library and resource guide. Develop and maintain client records and program documentation in a timely manner.QualificationsYOU HAVE: Working knowledge of the case management field Strong organizational skills and a tireless focus on quality results Exceptional leadership, interpersonal and communication skills that allow you to work well with diverse teams, clients and families Resiliency, with a propensity to persevere in spite of constant change A sincere passion for helping others in needYOU NEED: Bachelor degree in Social Work or a comparable Human Services field Two years working with children and families Florida Drivers License within 30 days from hire For Child Advocacy Center (CAC)program: Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered For Bridges program: Bi-lingual English/Spanish or English/Creole, preferredTogether, good can be done.

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