Hello! Thank you for your interest in joining the Wellspring team as a Parent Education Provider, with the Foster Care Supportive Visitation Program (FCSV).
As a statewide nonprofit serving families and children in need of support, we take a whole-person approach to our organization and delivery of our services — because we believe we must find the strengths in people and build on these for lasting change to occur.
*As a Parent Education Provider within the FCSV program at Wellspring, you'll be part of a team committed to helping families throughout West Michigan, including Muskegon and Ottawa Counties.
You will have a bachelor's degree in social work, education or a related human services related field.
Prior to serving families you will complete a training program, provided by a certified Nurturing Parent trainer, that teaches the philosophy of Nurturing Parenting and how to implement and facilitate the program.
Additionally, one year experience working in human services is preferred.
A current driver's license, car registration and auto insurance, is required.
You will also be reliable, and have a responsible attitude, a compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do.
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*As a Parent Education Provider, you will:*
* Maintain face to face contact with families according to the contract defined frequency and the individual needs of the family
* Provide skills training using the curriculum, including but not limited to: physical and emotional aspects of child development; communication; setting limits and child management; alternatives to corporal punishment; active listening; conflict resolution; family rules; helping children with feelings; etc
* Refer families/make collateral contact to community services
* Prepare written reports to DHHS as required within the expected time frames
* Safety plan with families to reduce risk
* Observe and respond to early signs of abuse and neglect
* Assure stable transportation plan, including transport in your own vehicle if needed
*Why Choose Wellspring?*
You may be wondering why Wellspring would be a good option for you.
Here are some of the benefits of being part of the family services team with Wellspring:
* You won't be alone.
You'll be part of a dedicated team and connect through regular meetings.
* You'll receive supervision weekly or as needed.
* You'll have support from our support staff with administrative duties such as filing and requesting documentation.
* You'll have access to professional development opportunities.
* *Hybrid-Remote: *You'll be home-based with a flexible work schedule, and traveling into the communities to see clients in-home throughout Muskegon and Ottawa Counties
* Your starting salary will be *$36,000-$39,000, based off experience/certifications/licenses*
* You'll receive mileage reimbursement
* You'll be eligible to enroll in benefits such as Health, Vision & Dental Insurance, 403B Retirement Plans, PTO, Paid Holidays, Wellspring SupportLinc, and DailyPay
*This position reports to the Wellspring MUSKEGON office:*
Wellspring Lutheran Services
3597 Henry Street, Suite 102
Muskegon, MI 49441
*Full Job Description Available at Interview*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36,000.
00 - $39,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
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