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Hybrid SAFE Home Study Assessor (Contract Position) na Goshen Valley Foundation, Inc

Goshen Valley Foundation, Inc · Canton, Georgia, US, Estados Unidos Da América · Hybrid

US$ 312.000,00  -  US$ 312.000,00

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Description

Do you want to make a difference?

Do you want to be a part of a continuously growing community-based organization?

Would you like to work for one of the 2021-2024 AJC Top Workplaces?


If you answered yes, and want a rewarding career, then Goshen Valley Foundation is for you!


Goshen Homes, a division of Goshen Valley Foundation, is a community based social service organization that provides services for families involved with DFCS as well as in the community. We are currently seeking a SAFE certified Home Study Contractor.


Position Summary: This position is responsible for completing SAFE home studies for foster parents in order to obtain a license.


Responsibilities: The right candidate will assess, evaluate and help train foster parents. Follow up on assessments, surveys, intake paperwork and integrate into the assessment. On average complete 2-4 home visits. Ensure the home study is aligned with RCC standards, Child Welfare policies and RBWO standards.


Home Study Contractor expectations include:

  • Determines suitability of prospective and current foster care / adoptive home families. This includes preparation of comprehensive psycho-social home study, interviewing of foster / adoptive parent applicants to evaluate the family’s motivation, functioning and dynamics, and collecting and interpreting collateral information. Assessment is completed according to agency standards for foster or adoptive parent competencies.
  • Assures compliance of foster / adoptive home providers with program policies and state licensing or certification requirements. Seeks clarification from their supervisor in areas of uncertainty.
  • Provides an awareness of potentially serious problems which may arise in the foster / adoptive care homes and alerts management of such concerns, especially those which may have legal risk or safety ramifications.
  • Displays a strong decision making skills.
  • Displays effective, clear, concise writing skills.
  • This position may require work on nights and weekends.

Additionally, we are looking for someone who shows:

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

- Customer Focus

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Effective priority, and time management

- Flexibility


This is a contract position.

$1200 /home study (normally averages out to $40-$45 per hour).

Part-time to Full-time hour equivalent depending upon need.

Current Mileage Rate Reimbursement: $0.60 per mile



 We are an equal opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for client services, we encourage you to submit your application for consideration. 

Requirements

SAFE Home Study Assessor needs to meet the following requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in the area of behavioral or social sciences, social work, guidance counseling, psychology, childhood education, special education or related field.
  • Preferred experience in child welfare, preferably in licensing foster or adoptive families.
  • Must be SAFE (Structured Analysis Family Evaluation) Certified
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Must be of good character, and supportive of the programs, policies, and ideals of Goshen Valley Foundation.
  • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide moral, ethical, and spiritual leadership that coincides with the program and policies of GVF.
  • Must be able to pass a drug and background screens, possess a valid driver’s license, and be insurable by GVF’s insurance carrier.
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