FAMILY SPECIALIST

## Description

Responsible for the implementation of a home or office-based program that will encourage clients/families to maintain cohesiveness and to preserve the family as a unit by providing crisis intervention, case management, skills training, and linkage to resources.

## Qualifications

• **Educational/Certification**:
• Bachelor’s degree with an accredited major in health and human services or liberal arts. Appropriate licensure preferred.
• Broad knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at risk youth and families. Experience providing in-home services and group facilitation preferred.
• Driver’s license required.
• **Skills/Abilities:**
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to organize, coordinate, and direct case management activities.
• Possess good judgement and decision-making skills.
• Able to use technical equipment such as a cell phone and personal computer for on-going communication
• Willingness to perform within a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to collaborate with family members and other professionals.
• Able to relate well with others in a multi-cultural environment.
• **Other Requirements:** Driver’s license required. Must maintain auto insurance that meets the minimum limits required by the State of Texas. Must have a driving record which is within the guidelines of the insurance underwriter. Must not have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense that would disable the employment by failing to meet minimum standards as set by Lena Pope Policies and Procedures.