Prevent Child Abuse Utah
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Peer Parent
Position: Peer Parent
Reports To: Peer Parenting Supervisor
Starting Salary: $15.50/hourly
Status: 1099 contract
Job Summary: Work directly with at-risk families as identified by DCFS providing individualized and interactive instruction utilizing the Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) and/or the SafeCare evidence based curriculum. Instruction will take place in client’s home for the purpose of maintaining or reunifying the family unit by reducing risk of abuse or neglect through assessment of strengths and needs, goal setting, intensive education and guided application of skills.
Qualifications:
- Have at least two years experience working directly with children.
- Experience with child welfare preferred
- Must pass a criminal history background check
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Skills and Abilities:
- Problem solving and communication skills
- Ability to work under stress and handle crisis situations
- Ability to present with energy and enthusiasm
- Willingness to work with culturally and economically diverse clientele
- Strong sense of organizational skills and able to work independently
- Competent in basic computer and office skills related to essential tasks
- Treat sensitive topics and situations with respect, empathy and patience
- Communicate objectively and effectively through written and verbal form
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Individualize lessons to client while maintaining fidelity to the STEP curriculum
- Assist in translating needs into practical goals and identifying specific action steps
- Complete home visits 4 hours/week per family
- Participate in mandatory trainings.
- Communicate in timely manner with caseworkers, clients and supervisor
- Actively contribute as a member of the Child and Family Team
- Document contacts made with client, caseworker and collateral sources
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