PSG/CIP is a multi-service community-based social services organization that fulfills its mission of helping individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential through dynamic, cost effective and innovative programming responsive to the needs of diverse communities.

WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
• Flexible hours and great work-life balance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Competitive benefits package, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short term disability; 401k and profit sharing; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Family Support Worker is responsible for maintaining the parent-child relationship and other family attachments and reducing the sense of abandonment children experience at placement. This program focuses on enhancing the parent’s ability to adequately and appropriately care for and relate to the child, helping the parent(s) to develop appropriate parenting behaviors, and identify and resolve problems before and after children return home.

This is a great opportunity for current students looking to explore career opportunities in the human services field, or experienced individuals looking for a part-time role.

LOCATION & HOURS: Office is based in Janesville, Wisconsin. Position offers some flexibility to work remote when not meeting with clients. Hybrid model of time spent working at the office or remote, and out in the Rock County community meeting in-person with clients. Hours of work are varied and will include evenings and weekends to accommodate the needs of clients.

SALARY: $17.00-18.00 per hour

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate youth and families for treatment needs and refer to appropriate resources.
• Analyze client situations, capabilities, and problems to determine services required to control safety threats.
• Implement, evaluate and review safety assessments and plans.
• Provide parent coaching during child/family interaction visitation.
• Intervene when necessary to prevent inappropriate behavior or to promote productive interactions between participants.
• Conduct face-to-face contact with families, per program standards, to ensure safety and cooperation with the safety plan.
• Report family progress to Rock County Human Services Department and make appropriate recommendations.
• Provide designated parent curriculum in individual and/or group settings.

• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver’s license, and automobile insurance.
• At minimum, must have at least 90 college credits and be on track to graduate with Bachelor's degree.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or other related fields is strongly preferred.

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