EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Seeking candidates with LCSW, LMFT, CMHC or related license to fill part-time and full-time positions. Must have strong passion for working with families and children and assisting those who have experienced trauma. Spanish-speaking bilingual and/or bicultural preferred, required for some positions. Must have working knowledge of best practices for family, parenting, children, and trauma; experience with Evidence-Based Practices in these areas, including play therapy, preferred. Abilities and experience in mental health assessment, group counseling, and crisis intervention essential. Must value and demonstrate ability to work with a team and provide leadership at times. Must possess good computer, organizational, and communication skills. Competitive hourly or salary pay based on experience and licensure plus benefits for full time employment.

The Family Place is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization striving to achieve its mission of Strengthening Families and Protecting Children in Cache and Rich Counties through therapy, education, and 24-hour Kid’s Place care and shelter services.

To apply, send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to The Family Place, P.O. Box 6055, Logan, UT, 84341, or to [email protected] Receiving applications through October 17, 2019.

General Description

Part-time hourly position (Minimum 15 hours per week). Support staff for The Family Place 24-hour Emergency Care, Scheduled Weekly Care, and/or Crisis Shelter services. Direct report to respective Kid’s Place Manager.

Implements The Family Place Trauma Resiliency Project ensuring that all families receive trauma-informed care that target the critical parent-child relationship as a means of intervention to promote young children’s positive outcomes.

The Family Place is a nonprofit organization striving to achieve its mission of Strengthening Families and Protecting Children in Cache and Rich Counties through 24-hour emergency/respite nursery, education, and counseling services. 

Duties:

Fills scheduled and on-call shifts. Interacts positively and appropriately with children using trauma-informed practices, ensures children’s safety and well-being, and complies with grant and contract requirements including.

1. Scheduled shifts including Saturdays 5:00-9:00 p.m.; specifically looking for someone who can work mornings (10:30am-3:30pm)
2. Filling assigned on-call shifts. Accessible by phone at all times and able to arrive within 30 minutes when on-call. Weekends and Holidays required.
3. Care for physical and emotional needs
4. Communicates clearly, effectively and positively with parents
5. Enforces rules and regulations
6. Implements Attachment Regulation and Competency (ARC) framework
7. Prepares nutritious meals and snacks
8. Completes required documentation, i.e. opening/closing facility, sanitizing, answering phones etc.
9. Scheduling emergency appointments
10. Attend staff meetings as requested
11. Reporting to the Kid’s Place Manager any suspicion or evidence of child abuse
12. Completing and recording required trainings within the timeline required

Minimum Qualifications:

1. 6 months experience working with children ages 0-11 years
2. 18 years old and pass an annual Background Criminal Investigation (BCI)
3. Understand child development, positive behavior management and signs/symptoms of child abuse and neglect
4. Ability to handle children with varying degrees of behavioral problems
5. Ability to maintain high energy, self-motivation, and attention to detail when under stress
6. Punctual, patient, positive and a strong work ethic
7. Ability to work as team member
8. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
9. Spanish speaking preferred, but not required

Requirements:

1. Obtain Utah Food Handler’s Permit
2. Obtain First Aid/CPR Certification

Application:

Please respond by providing a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to The Family Place, 1525 N 200 W Logan, UT 84341 or to [email protected]. Open until filled.