PROGRAM:         RECONNECTING FAMILIES                                             

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Provision reunification services to families referred by DCF providing short-term intensive in-home services following the removal of a child(ren) due to abuse or neglect in order to promote successful reunification. Will conduct weekly home visits and work closely with the bio-family and substitute caregiver, as well as conduct supervised visits and transportation to and from visits, provide on-call support to families; and provide intervention as needed. Services are provided in coordination with DCF and other community service providers.

QUALIFICATIONS:          

• BA or BSW with a minimum of 3 years experience in a comparable position in a human services agency may be substituted

• Excellent oral and written skills and ability to communicate comfortably with children, parents, and school personnel

• Organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Flexible and able to multi-task.

• Cultural competency to serve targeted populations.

• Bilingual skills may be required.

• Experience working with inner-city children.

• Commitment to Results/Performance Based Accountability.

• May be required to maintain valid driver’s license and ability to drive or otherwise obtain transportation to provide services throughout the service area.

• Proficient with word processing and spreadsheet applications. Possess solid general computer skills, including ability to work in a Windows XP environment.   Familiarity with specific applications used by the Village a plus.

• Physically able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations; able to function safely in a therapeutic situations including provision of services in clients homes or host settings; able to travel to various sites throughout greater Hartford. 

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The Village for Families & Children, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F, a United Way member agency, and accredited by the National Council on Accreditation of Services to Children and Families.

Our Mission:

To Build a Community of Strong, Healthy Families who Protect and Nurture Children