Support Worker - Therapeutic Foster Care Customer Service & Call Center - Leeds, ME at Geebo

Support Worker - Therapeutic Foster Care

Sign-on Bonus, Paid Training, & Valuable Support and Supervision! Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a meaningful and rewarding position? Are you a compassionate, energetic individual with a desire to support children and young adults in Maine's foster care system?Woodford's Family Services is growing and looking for qualified candidates to join our Therapeutic Foster Care Program!Position Summary & DutiesWoodfords' Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) Program provides treatment-level foster care to children 3-21 years with developmental and/or emotional disabilities who cannot reside with their biological family.
With the support of trained foster parents and the Woodfords' treatment team, children and teens are offered guidance in navigating psychological, emotional, social, behavioral and learning challenges with the hope and intent for family reunification and life skills growth.
The Foster Family Support Worker will support the treatment team by providing one-on-one support to foster children in their foster home and community with a focus on daily living, social interaction, behavior management, and communication skills.
This position involves a high level of interaction and the ability to build and promote positive relationships.
Schedule & Compensation:
Afternoons, evenings, and weekend availability required.
Starting at $16.
00 per hour PLUS a Sign-on Bonus!
Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a high school diploma or GED, and have relevant life experience that includes, but is not limited to, post-high school or equivalent education or other specialized training.
Must possess a least six months experience working with children and/or families; work experience with children who have special needs preferred.
Must possess a valid State of Maine driver's license and have use of a properly insured/dependable vehicle.
Familiarity and knowledge of typical and atypical child development, developmental disabilities/delays and mental health needs.
Benefits matter, and we have them for you!In addition to being part of a supportive and inclusive work culture, Woodfords Family Services provides benefits options for all employees! Part-time employees working 20-29 hours/week receive:
Paid Vacation & Sick Time Paid Holidays Employer-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance Employee Assistance Plan (EAP benefits) 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Opportunities to enroll in voluntary supplemental Life & Disability insurance Casual/Per Diem employees working less than 19 hours/week receive:
Accrued vacation timeWho We AreWoodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization that's been committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years! Today, the organization provides an array of clinical, behavioral health and educational programs to more than 2,000 children, youth and adults living with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses across the state of Maine.
Ready to APPLY? Start your career today! Recommended Skills Biology Child Development Communication Developmental Disabilities Passionate Psychology Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.

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