Intensive Family Based Services Coordinator

Job Description:

Easterseals Vermont is the leading agency in the state in working hand-in-hand with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) to find family-centered solutions that promote child welfare and create safety and well-being.

We are looking for an Intensive Family Based Services Coordinator to join our team in Burlington Vermont! The individual in this key position will be responsible for the following:

• Write and implement plans of care to be approved by the consulting agency clinician.

• Write contact notes formal monthly reports and discharge summaries.

• Maintain frequent communications with Family Service Workers to ensure compliance with the familys case plan.

• Provide services to families within their home and community settings

• Assist the family in finding resources for preventative and supportive services ie; housing transportation and substance abuse treatment counseling and nutrition.

• Help caregivers to recognize their childrens needs and make plans and implement strategies so that they meet their childrens needs and grow in their confidence and skills while providing a safe environment for their children.

• Participate in meetings conferences trainings events as assigned.

• Provide transportation for clients when required.

• Testify concerning services in court when subpoenaed.

• Ensure Family Assessments are done within a timely manner as prescribed by IFBS policies

• Create crisis plans and respond to crisis calls as needed

• Provide in home family support during the times that work for the family.

• Implement short term (13 week) intervention and support in an effort to prevent DCF involvement or out of home care and/or to reunify children with their family; to improve family functioning.

• Coordinate services with other providers such as Schools Early Intervention services clinicians and other relevant service providers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in a related field

• Two (2) years of experience preferred

• Excellent writing skills necessary

• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Compensation: Starting $24.96 per hour. Additional compensation based upon years of related experience.

Hours: Full-Time Monday-Friday. The schedule is 8:30am - 5:00pm with flexibility to start early or end late depending on the needs of families.

Whats in it for you We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time eligible employees including:

• Medical Dental Vision Life & Disability

• PTO begins accruing on your first day!

• Up to 9 paid holidays annually plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.

• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%

• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment

• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment

• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

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