Monitor bei FAMILY & CHILDRENS CENTER

Description

Join us as a Monitor with our Safe Visitation/Tracking team in Winona, MN!

*At this time, we have a greater need for male staff to meet client testing requirements, but we encourage applicants of all genders to apply.*

BASIC PURPOSE: Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of others within a rewarding field while gaining valuable skills and building your career? This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fields of criminal justice, human services, or social work while contributing to a program that supports families in our community. Under the supervision of a Program Supervisor, Monitors are responsible for collecting urinalysis samples from both our Safe Visitation and Tracking program clients, as well as Winona County Treatment Court participants. Additional responsibilities include ensuring a safe and structured environment during family visits by observing and documenting interactions and enforcing program guidelines. This position offers extremely flexible scheduling, making it ideal for students balancing coursework and other commitments. If you are dependable, compassionate, and looking to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply. This position includes direct observation of urine drug testing. Staff must be the same gender as the client they observe to ensure privacy and program compliance.

This position typically starts at the mid wage range which can vary based on education and experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transportation of children to and from visits in accordance with applicable laws & agency policies as required for case. 
• Supervising visits between non-custodial parents and their children. 
  • Maintain a high level of safety for all visits.
  • Report any alleged or suspected child abuse and/or neglect in accordance with program policies. 
  • Effective communication with all visit participants and involved parties.
  • Ability to intervene or end visits if parent’s behavior is deemed inappropriate.
  • Ensure participants are following the rules of the visits.
  • Communicate any concerns with the case manager and supervisor.
  • Follow all policies and procedures required by the program to safely supervise visits and/or exchanges.
• Complete face to face or phone checks of clients in their home, community, or school setting as scheduled. 
• Perform Breathalyzer Test and Urine Analysis as directed by supervisor.  
• Complete documentation of performed services and submit within the expect timeframe.
• Participate in all required trainings set forth by the program for all services provided, such as monitoring, tracking, testing, etc.
• Maintain regular and reliable level of attendance and timeliness necessary to perform job responsibilities, including regularly attending staff meetings.
• Perform all other duties as deemed necessary by supervisor to effectively fulfill job responsibilities.   

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ENVIRONMENT:

Education, Training & Work Experience: High School diploma or GED required. A bachelor’s degree or associates degree in human services or a related field (pursing degree is acceptable). Relevant experience may compensate for education. Monitors MUST be 20 years of age or older and have a valid driver’s license. Ability to work effectively and non-defensively with a variety of personalities. As well as being aware of and sensitive to the diversity of clients, co- workers, and other persons in the performance of the job duties.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills: Training or experience working with domestic violence cases and child protection cases (not required but preferred). Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and some holidays.

Equipment & Applications: Microsoft Word and Email

Work Environment & Physical Demands: Work is performed in a variety of settings, indoor and outdoor and employee will be required to lift children. Will be sitting and/or standing for long periods of time. 

Benefits at FCC:

• Paid time off through accrued vacation time – plus an additional floating holiday! 
• Paid sick and safe time for eligible employees in compliance with Minnesota state law.
• Business Casual dress code policy – dress appropriately per your schedule. 
• Our Clients – the biggest benefit of all is that you are making a difference by supporting members in your local community!