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Abbott House Visitation Specialist, EFFC in Bronx, New York
Job Description
The visitation specialist is responsible for facilitating and supervising assigned parent child visitations.
About Abbott House
Abbott House is an innovative community-based organization that helps children, families, adults and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with complex needs build lasting foundations for a promising future. We operate programs in the New York Metropolitan area and Hudson Valley.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for monitoring an assigned caseload of parent child visits as well as when needed
Encourage active and positive participation by the biological parent during the visits including redirecting when appropriate
Model the corrective parenting experience for the biological parent
Provide various recreational activities, cards, board games, coloring books, etc. in order to strengthen the parent/child bond.
Assist the biological parent with redirecting the child if necessary.
Record all progress notes within proscribed program deadlines
Coordinate with the case planning team on all covered parent child visits ensuring all parties are aware of the interactions between the family
Participate in case planning activities including FTCs, treatment team meetings or court reports required as necessary
Assist with parent child visitations through the CHIPPS program
Perform all necessary activities assigned to further the agency’s mission
About You
You are the ideal candidate if you enjoy working in the social services field while empowering underserved communities. Being compassionate, reliable, self-motivated, and a team player are critical attributes to being successful in this role.
Bachelor in Human Services or Social Work preferred
Minimum of 2 years of foster care or related experience
Experience working in Connections and familiarity with CCRS
Task Oriented and well organized
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Foster Care: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bronx, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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