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Lead Caregiver Support Specialist
Milwaukee, WI / West Allis, WI
Job Description
Job Purpose:
The Lead Caregiver Support Specialist in Foster Care Services will positively impact case outcomes in regard to the placement, stability and well-being of children. This is an exciting opportunity to support relative and foster care caregivers with children in out-of-home-care.
We offer our Lead Caregiver Support Specialist an opportunity to increase his/her knowledge through professional development, mentoring and team collaboration. Our Lead Caregiver Support Specialist will enjoy working in a professional team-oriented environment, earning competitive compensation and benefits, along with an opportunity to work with subject matter experts in the field of human services/foster care.
Duties:
SaintA is a Wisconsin provider of family centered care and educational services. SaintA has an acute focus on trauma informed care (TIC), which is a philosophy and practice that acknowledges the profound effects of trauma on the developing brain. Together with our families, SaintA works to recognize the neurobiological effects of trauma and address them with evidence-informed care, leading to healing, resiliency, and the ability to live stable, successful lives.
SaintA provides a rich continuum of services, including:
For more information, visit our website: http://www.sainta.org/
Interested parties please submit a cover letter and resume online.
Minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Wellpoint Care Network is an equal opportunity employer.
The Lead Caregiver Support Specialist in Foster Care Services will positively impact case outcomes in regard to the placement, stability and well-being of children. This is an exciting opportunity to support relative and foster care caregivers with children in out-of-home-care.
We offer our Lead Caregiver Support Specialist an opportunity to increase his/her knowledge through professional development, mentoring and team collaboration. Our Lead Caregiver Support Specialist will enjoy working in a professional team-oriented environment, earning competitive compensation and benefits, along with an opportunity to work with subject matter experts in the field of human services/foster care.
Duties:
- Providing relative and foster care caregivers with information, resources and guidance with regard to the child welfare system, a child's development needs, both emotionally and mentally
- Offering trauma-sensitive recommendations and support to relative and foster care caregivers to increase their knowledge and skill
- Effectively responding to crises with a trauma informed care approach
- Assessing the needs of relative and foster care caregiver families to establish strength-oriented goals
- Advocating for relative and foster care caregiver families and empowering them to advocate for themselves
- Providing leadership to the Caregiver Support Team, through assisting in training of new staff and ongoing support of program outcomes and team goals
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services discipline; a Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field preferred
- Minimum of two years of experience working with foster care programs, providing support and resources to parents, along with experience in crisis intervention preferred
- Must be willing to travel within Milwaukee County and surrounding counties
- Must have own transportation, meet agency auto insurance requirements and have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Full-Time
- Flexible schedule
- Reports directly to the Caregiver Support Supervisor
SaintA is a Wisconsin provider of family centered care and educational services. SaintA has an acute focus on trauma informed care (TIC), which is a philosophy and practice that acknowledges the profound effects of trauma on the developing brain. Together with our families, SaintA works to recognize the neurobiological effects of trauma and address them with evidence-informed care, leading to healing, resiliency, and the ability to live stable, successful lives.
SaintA provides a rich continuum of services, including:
- Child Welfare and Foster Care
- Support for youth who have aged out of care
- Care Coordination and Wraparound services
- Mental health therapy and supports such as Family Preservation, Caregiver Support, Functional Family Therapy and Parent Assistance & Advocacy
- Professional education and clinical consultation (for organizations, schools, and individual/family)
For more information, visit our website: http://www.sainta.org/
Interested parties please submit a cover letter and resume online.
Minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Wellpoint Care Network is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary
Start Date
Immediate
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
Flexible
Salary and Benefits
Salary depends on experience and education. Exceptional comprehensive benefits package! Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), 6 Paid Holidays, Wellness/Fitness Reimbursement, Longevity Dedication Award, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Group Term Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 403b Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match.
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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