What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visitation Specialist position at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland?
The Visitation Specialist Provide direct services to clients and their families and for related activities.
Responsibilities:
- Under direction, ensure that the activities of this position and relevant programs are consistent with the mission, vision and values of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland.
- Provide constructive feedback and support to our clients.
- Act as an advocate for clients.
- Develop a goals sheet based off of data received from referral for the family.
- Record detailed notes that capture the events and happenings during the visits that we support between parent(s) and their child(ren).
- Ensure that a DCFS Visit Log is completed for all visits.
- Complete a Discharge Summary for all clients upon discharge from the program.
- Ensure receipt of the DCFS Case Plan for the family.
- Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
- Maintain contact with assigned county worker to ensure they are updated with case information.
- May carry reunification cases for Family Preservation work, when needed.
Working Conditions:
- Travel throughout service area is required.
- Frequent reading, writing, repetitive motions, grasping and finger dexterity for typing.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, and navigate stairs on a frequent basis.
- Bending, squatting and reaching with children occasionally.
- Must be able to lift/carry up to 30 lbs. unassisted.
- Tasks require visual perception and discrimination for supervising children’s safety.
- Frequent use of cell phone and computer.
Requirements:
- Combination of education and experience normally represented by an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development, Social Work or equivalent plus 1-2 years related professional experience.
- Must have good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must be well organized, detail oriented, and have the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Good working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software.
- Must be able to form good working relationships with various resources.
- Ability to work with diverse populations, community organizations as well as staff at all levels.
- Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and reliable means of transportation for local travel.
- Final applicant is required to be fingerprinted to complete background check.
- Must be able to work independently as well as function as a member of a team and to form professional relationships with county personnel.
