Child Protection Worker
Part-Time Child Protection Worker at Minnesota Families United
Available Openings: 4
Posted Date: September 22, 2021
Industry: Direct Service/Social Services
Pay Type: Hourly
Compensation: $18-$25
Education Preferred: Yes
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Criminal Background: Not Eligible
To Apply

JOB DESCRIPTION: Supervise visitations between children and non-custodial parents and provide parent education to families.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Evening and/or weekend shifts are required; please do not apply for this position if you cannot work this schedule.
  • MUST be physically, emotionally and mentally capable of interacting with children from 0-17 years of age and their parents
  • MUST be physically, emotionally and mentally capable of handling difficult situations and personalities
  • Demonstrate a strong sense of healthy personal and professional boundaries (example: not prone to people pleasing or taking things personally in a sensitive or challenging professional setting)
  • Act as a neutral third party, allowing non-custodial parents safe access to their child/ren for the time allowed by the Court
  • Follow laws, guidelines and policies regarding all aspects of job duties
  • Drive to meet children and parents within the community when community-based visits are scheduled
  • Promote a safe and professional visitation environment and experience
  • Ensure visit sites are safe, clean, and orderly
  • Provide accurate concurrent documentation for each visit according to established standards (use of company-owned laptop offered)
  • Maintain confidential, accurate client files
  • Communicate and collaborate with MFU staff regarding visit schedule, quality of services, documentation, client status updates, and progress
  • Establish and maintain relationships with custodial parent/guardian, non-custodial (visiting) parent, and child/ren
  • Coordinate schedules and provide respectful face-to-face, online and phone interactions
  • Implement parent education curriculum with visiting parent (when requested by county agency)</p> <p>· Model positive professional attitude, behavior and language
  • Respond appropriately to issues as they arise
  • Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled

Additional Requirements:

  • At least 21 years of age
  • Have no record of a conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) within the last five years
  • Not have been on probation or parole for the last 10 years
  • Have no record of a conviction for child molestation, child abuse, or other crimes against a person
  • Have no civil, criminal, or juvenile restraining orders within the last 10 years
  • Have no current or past court order in which you have been subject to a supervised visitation order
  • Must pass current applicable clearances
  • Willing to commit to a minimum of one year</p>

Qualifications

In addition to requirements mentioned above:

  • 1-2 years’ experience working in a childcare, family services, legal, criminal justice or related setting
  • Previously completed college level child development, psychology, criminal justice, or related coursework is desired
  • Cultural competency and/or domestic violence training preferred
  • Trauma and resilience training preferred
  • Must possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license, have access to an insured motor vehicle, and possess a clean driving record.
  • Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification (or willing to become certified during initial training process)
  • Mandated Child Abuse Reporting (or willing to be trained)
  • Some travel required to facilitate visits in community
  • Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds
  • Ability to engage in bending, lifting, twisting and reaching
  • Have a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Must possess the ability to maintain professional boundaries with respect, including having conversations to enforce such boundaries and/or saying “no” with confidence
  • Strong attention to detail (for observation and documentation)
  • Ability to communicate in English- verbal and written skills
  • Bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply</p>

Minnesota Families United

Contact: Stacie Anderson
Phone 763-913-9471
Fax 651-200-2107
Email Stacie.Anderson@minnesotafamiliesunited.org
540 Fairview Ave N
301
Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota 55104
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