Location: Bronx,NY, USA
Job DescriptionThe visitation specialist is responsible for facilitating and supervising assigned parent child visitations.About Abbott HouseAbbott 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 ResponsibilitiesResponsible for monitoring an assigned caseload of parent child visits as well as when neededEncourage active and positive participation by the biological parent during the visits including redirecting when appropriateModel the corrective parenting experience for the biological parentProvide 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 deadlinesCoordinate with the case planning team on all covered parent child visits ensuring all parties are aware of the interactions between the familyParticipate in case planning activities including FTCs, treatment team meetings or court reports required as necessaryAssist with parent child visitations through the CHIPPS programPerform all necessary activities assigned to further the agency's missionAbout YouYou 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 preferredMinimum of 2 years of foster care or related experienceExperience working in Connections and familiarity with CCRSTask Oriented and well organizedJob Type: Full-timePay: $52,000.00 - $55,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftExperience:Foster Care: 2 years (Required)Ability to Relocate:Bronx, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In personEdit job