What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Support Specialist position at Clarvida - Colorado?
As a Community Support Specialist, you will work in a team environment with families who are either in jeopardy of having their children or youth removed from the home or have already been removed all through the utilization of trauma informed care models and evidence-based practices. To prevent removal, you will meet with the family in their home and the community to address child welfare concerns such as housing, abuse, neglect, and other such barriers. For separated families, provide and engage in parenting skills training, psycho-education to increase a family’s bond, and in-the-moment re-direction and parent coaching in order to promote a safe and successful reunification. You will educate families on life skills, parenting, and the effects of trauma. This position acts as an advocate and support for the families, setting goals, documenting progress, reporting any concerns of alleged abuse/neglect, testifying in court as needed, and providing transportation if required by the referral. You will meet with your supervisor regularly for your professional growth.
Perks of this role:
- Competitive pay starting at $20.75/hour
- $750 Hiring bonus
- Opportunity to earn additional $1/hour for surpassing base client services goal
- Student Loan Forgiveness site (Site approval does not guarantee individual’s approval)
- Additional earning potential of up to $7,500/annually for on-call hours worked (max 15 days/month)
- Flexible hours and work environment
- Trained in TBRI and Motivational Interviewing evidence-based practices
Does the following apply to you?
- Bachelor’s degree in a human service field such as Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, Human Services, etc.
- Valid Driver's License with clean driving record and current auto insurance
- Satisfactory results of fingerprinting and background checks
- Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
- Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
- up to 10 Paid holidays*
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options
- DailyPay- Access to your daily earnings without waiting for payday*
- Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements
- Employee Assistance program
- 401K
- Free licensure supervision
- Pet Insurance
- Perks @Clarvida- national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
- Mileage reimbursement*
- Cellphone stipend
Salary : $7,500