Specialist I N - Kauai Family Centers TANF (Part-Time)

Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities.  Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.

MISSION STATEMENT

Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.

OUR VISION

Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multicultural communities across generations.

OUR VALUES

HOPE values: Humility, Ownership, Perseverance, Engagement

We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 16 Paid Holidays in a Year (17 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Out-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.

Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities! 

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Provides short-term outreach and home visiting services to at-risk families. Engages families in services. Conducts intake/assessment with clients. Engages clients in development of service plan and goals. Teaches and provides information on a wide variety of topics, including child development, stress management, parenting, nurturing and family life as indicated by client needs. Provides linkage to community resources. Assists families, through advocacy or concrete help, to negotiate systems to receive needed services. Provides transportation to medical, legal and social service appointments as needed and after consultation with supervisor. Performs administrative tasks related to caseload such as progress notes, service plans, mileage and miscellaneous reports in a timely manner. Maintains client confidentiality at all times.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Four-Year College Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency - general major. Requires basic knowledge or training in a specialized or technical field or trade, such as social work, professional accounting, finance, business administration, and marketing.
• Other (Specify): Bachelor’s Degree may be waived with over 5 years of relevant experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Over two years, up to and including four years.
• Other (Specify): Experience working with at risk families preferred. Case management experience preferred.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with families of diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.

OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS 

• This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and use of personal vehicle to transport clients, as needed, as well as a willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.

At Child & Family Service, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence and termination.