GENERAL SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to provide community-based home visitation and provide an access point for high-risk pregnant and parenting residents to receive knowledge, support, and referral to community services that will support family success and build self-sufficiency. The position will work with high-risk families who need extra support navigating community resources and focusing on child development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates care and support services for families in high-risk neighborhoods to determine needs.
• Records, collates, and documents information for appropriate research and reporting.
• Manages and updates client records in appropriate County systems and in accordance with program protocols and requirements.
• Conducts risk assessments, develops care plans and makes appropriate referrals.
• Completes home visits and monitors family health and safety evaluations.
• Develops training materials and classes to educate families on available programs and resources; educates and shares information via various channels such as one-on-one education, videos, paper materials, and calls.
• Responds to case inquiries and program and benefit questions, providing appropriate information and resources.
• Liaises between clients, families, medical, mental health, and social service agencies.
• Engages in community outreach and recruitment of eligible program participants, including creating and distributing promotional materials; promotes resources and programs to families, businesses, schools, and organizations.
• Perform related work as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Education, Social Work, or a related field
• At least 1-3 years of related work experience in social work or serving diverse populations in crisis
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

• None

VETERANS:  Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.