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Job DescriptionPosition Title: Supportive Visitation Specialist Reports to: Supervising Supportive Visitation Specialist Broad Function: Provide supportive visitation services. I: CORE VALUES • Demonstrates awareness of biases, internalized racial superiority and oppression. Leads with a racial equity lens and actively uses the racial equity tool in meaningful ways,, • Contributes to valuable and positive cultural humility transformation in individuals, organizations, and social systems to actively progress across the antiracist multicultural institution continuum., • Demonstrates cultural humility through an awareness of and sensitivity towards Agency’s clients’ and coworkers’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics., • Committed to the value of a nurturing family as the ideal environment for a child and believes in the capacity of people to grow and change., • Works from a strength-based perspective., • Recognizes that consumers come first and responds to consumers appropriately., • Knows and adheres to all FC Policies and Procedures., • Values and participates in the Team as a proactive member., • Respects others’ professional opinions and tolerates a range of feelings., • Able to give and receive constructive criticism. 1. Attends supervision consistently and comes prepared. • Able to receive feedback and learn from it., • Has insight about self (i.e., strengths and weaknesses) and utilizes that knowledge towards growth and change.IV: DIRECT SERVICE, • Attends all necessary trainings in compliance with the SVS model., • Schedules and conducts visits in the least-restrictive, most home-like location (the first preference being within the family's home) while ensuring the safety of the children., • Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with families that is culturally sensitive, utilizing family’s preferred language considering a family’s faith and culture., • Ensures the environment for parent-child contact is safe, non-traumatizing, and promotes healthy attachment., • Uses strengths-based, solutions-focused, family centered, trauma informed strategies to elicit family input., • Advocates for parents/families as necessary and supports them in advocating for themselves., • Uses a process to gather information which includes reviewing collateral information and inquiring about family's natural supports., • Completes required assessment tools including but not limited to: Rose Wentz Matrix and SVS Caregiver Surveys., • Documents contacts with families in agency's progress notes and DCP&P contact sheets., • Creates a visitation plan with active familial involvement and updates the plan at regular intervals., • Facilitates visit planning meetings and participates in other relevant meetings., • Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with DCP&P, other providers, and supports., • Links the family to community resources, formal and informal supports, and coordinates with DCP&P., • Collaborates with and shares relevant information with DCP&P staff, other providers, and supports., • Provides support and modeling around appropriate and nurturing parenting., • Enhances parental skills by goal setting, modeling, mentoring, reinforcement and feedback and reflection through a trauma-informed perspective., • Prepares for each visit with caregivers reviewing goals and expectations and encouraging them to be the lead in visit planning., • Debriefs with caregivers after each visit to allow for processing and self-reflection and discussion of strengths and challenges., • Creates an environment that empowers family members, including parents, children, and caregivers to communicate their goals and needs., • Utilizes various interviewing and/or communication techniques in a culturally competent manner., • Recognizes non-verbal communication and maintains good eye contact and posture., • Provides in-home aftercare services in the event of reunification of families., • Provides transportation for parents and/or children to and from visitation location., • Engages in case presentations and completes timely documentation., • Prepares case presentations and engages in case discussions/consultations., • Maintains electronic health record and completes all internal and external documentation needs in accordance with program guidelines. Knowledge: Knowledge of the child welfare system, community resources, social services, and mental health systems. Knowledge of trauma and its effect on children and families. Knowledge of HIPAA compliance. General understanding of mental health diagnoses and substance use disorders. Knowledge of resources and/or services in the community for the target population. Knowledge of trauma and its effects on children and families. Knowledge of infant, child and adolescent stages of growth and development. Knowledge of county’s local and highway roads. Skills and Abilities: Excellent time management skills. Organizational skills with the ability to manage numerous visiting families and systems of care simultaneously to promote best practices. Outstanding human relations skills and the ability to function autonomously and in a team environment. Effective oral and written communication skills. Effectively solve problems and communicate information, including the identification and communication of problems and/or issues with appropriate team and management staff. Model, coach, support, and mentor parents on the use of nurturing and safe parenting. Excellent computer skills with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and/or electronic health record systems. Safely operate a motor vehicle abiding by all applicable traffic laws. Ensure the safety of all passengers through appropriate safety measures including use of seat belts, car and booster seats and/or child safety locks. Comfortability working with families from diverse backgrounds. De-escalation strategies and ability to reach out when support is needed. Professional Characteristics: Open, warm, empathic, attentive listener, self-aware, ethical, creative, organized, flexible, open to constructive feedback, patient, responsible, able to work independently, mature, self-motivated, dedicated, enthusiastic, willing to take on additional tasks and responsibilities, interested in seeking additional training and skills. Experience/willingness to work with culturally diverse populations. Salary: $50,000 Vacation & Benefits: • Vacation: As a full-time employee working generally 35 hours per week, you will be eligible to participate in the Family Connections group benefit plans. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, retirement plans, and additional supplementary benefits. Yes, you can elect to not enroll into these benefits. You will also be eligible to accrue vacation, personal, and sick days in addition to 12 paid holidays, and summer wellness Fridays. Family Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to excellence. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age veteran status, or sexual orientation or other protected classes under the State and Federal law. Powered by JazzHR Mb3mWErHBA

Job Description Job Purpose Under the supervision of the Shared Housing, the Daily Living Skills Counselor/Direct Support at JESPY House serves individuals with learning, developmental and behavioral health disabilities through support and development of daily living skills; positive direction; and, advocacy in the community on behalf of and with the client. Responsibilities • Supports JESPY House policies, vision, and core values while empowering all clients to direct their own life choices., • Maintains and expands skills and knowledge relevant to providing high quality support and services. Attends trainings as directed and applies new knowledge to current assignment. Obtains and maintains all required certifications. As a support service counselor, the DLS Counselor communicates regularly and proactively interfaces with JESPY Case Managers as required, • Provides supportive services to individual clients; if more in depth services are required, initiate a referral to the Case Manager., • Establishes a collaborative relationship with involved family members or significant others to advance identified goals. Essential Functions • Collaborates with the assigned Case Manager, • Assist with food ordering or shopping when necessary, • Supervise and teach necessary skills regarding cooking, cleaning and laundry, • Report to supervisors and/or building superintendent about needed repairs, • Inspect client’s refrigerator on a weekly basis, • Conduct monthly fire drills and coordinate inspection of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, • Represents as the agency liaison with building superintendents, • Informs client, case manager, family and/or support coordinator when new clothes, shoes, or household appliances are needed, • Cooperates with licensee or DDD staff in any inspection or investigation, • Must check email and voicemail daily, • Utilize Foothold Awards daily to access client information. All notes are required to be entered into Foothold within a 3 (three) day period from date of client interaction., • Responsible for tracking both non-DDD and DDD clients’ progress through electronic documentation as well as client goals through the daily tracking record as it relates to their service plan., • Attend any additional Foothold trainings, workshops and meetings., • Other responsibilities as assigned., • General knowledge of agency policy and procedures, • Submits weekly and monthly reports on client’s status, • Informs case manager when new clothes, shoes, or household appliances are needed, • Work Ethic, • Flexibility and Adaptability, • Judgment, • Ability to Work Independently, • Communications., • Confidentiality, • Listening Skills, • Awareness., • Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships, • Supporting Good Health Commitment to Core Value • Adhere strictly to HIPAA requirements and all agency confidentiality guidelines., • Establish positive, balanced relationships with clients, as demonstrated by:, • treatment of individuals with respect and dignity and in an age and culturally appropriate manner;, • a commitment towards the individual's rights and responsibilities; and, • establishment of clear boundaries that allow for productive interactions. Reporting n/a Other Responsibilities • Other responsibilities that may arise within the job scope, • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Educational Requirements • Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred, • Valid New Jersey driver’s license and car, • Basic computer skills, • Knowledgeable about the person-centered approach to service delivery. As an empathic listener, remain patient, listen carefully and offer appropriate feedback to clients served., • Maintain strict and professional boundaries particularly regarding confidentiality., • Understanding of learning and developmental disabilities and best approaches to working with clients with these disabilities., • Communicates effectively in writing; completes all time sensitive written and electronic documents., • Skilled at collaborating well with other members of the interdisciplinary team., • Proficient with Foothold EHR, Microsoft Word and Excel, • Reports and/or documents, in a concise, understandable, and legible manner in the electronic health record (EHR), Foothold. Case notes need to demonstrate a direct relationship to the achievement of treatment goals as defined in the ISP or the Annual Case Evaluation. Completion of daily logs, accident reports, incident reports, outcome data sheets and all appropriate Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Hourly - Per Diem Special Working Conditions/Physical/Requirements – Working Environment • Able to walk up and downstairs., • Must be available for coverage on some weekends and after 5pm when required., • Valid New Jersey Driver's license is required, • Must hold a high school diploma, • Valid New Jersey driver's license is required, • Must hold CPR/First Aid Valid Certification (We will train), • Successful clearance of NJ background check, • Successful clearance of Drug Screening, • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job., • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds. Direct Reports n/a Salary Salary commensurate with experience Notes/Comments This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. REVISED: 1/2/19

Job Description Job Purpose Under the supervision of the Residential/Community Based Supports Supervisor, the Case Manager serves individuals with learning, developmental and behavioral health disabilities through: direct support/case management; positive direction; and, advocacy in the community on behalf of and with the client. All are accomplished in accordance with JESPY program policies and procedures. The client is the focus of services. The Case Manager assesses the client initially and on an ongoing basis to identify current level of care and service gaps. The Case Manager coordinates services accordingly, as client’s needs change. The Case Manager promotes money management skills. Tasks include teaching clients to develop and maintain budgets, use of banking services, and planning for major purchases. The Case Manager completes ledgers, reconciles accounts and assists with spending choices. The Case Manager gradually promotes the client’s ability to assume mastery of personal financial matters. Essential Functions • Establishes a collaborative relationship with involved family members or significant others in order to advance identified goals. Will provide supportive services to individual clients; if more in depth services are required, initiate a referral to the clinical services division on the client’s behalf., • Maintains and expands skills and knowledge relevant to providing high quality support and services. Attends trainings as directed and applies new knowledge to current assignment. Obtains and maintains all required certifications. As the identified lead service provider, the Case Manager communicates and proactively interfaces with all JESPY staff and with the client’s major external contacts (e.g., family members, employers, other agencies)., • Assumes leadership in interactions with representatives of the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities or assigned support coordinators, if applicable., • Reports and/or documents, in a concise, understandable, and legible manner in the electronic health record (EHR). Case notes need to demonstrate a direct relationship to the achievement of treatment goals as defined in the ISP or the Annual Case Evaluation. Completion of daily logs, accident reports, incident reports, outcome data sheets and all appropriate Agency and government forms are to be done in a timely manner. Case Manager takes the lead in convening the Annual Case Evaluation meeting, • Under the guidance of the Director of Operations the Case Manager and/or Entitlements Coordinator will become knowledgeable in understanding the client’s continued eligibility for entitlements sufficient to address the client’s needs. Works with client and family to maximize client’s resources, • As necessary, the Case Manager assumes responsibility for arranging client transportation to attend vital appointments, • Maintains an annual calendar of important medical events that may include such items as annual physicals, vision/auditory exams and medication monitoring. Consult with various medical or psychiatric providers as necessary., • Actively participates in department meetings, supervision meetings and case conferences, • Visits client’s residence at least monthly to ensure that the client is living in a safe, clean and hygienic environment, and that the client has sufficient food and clothing, • Collaborates with the assigned Daily Living Skills (DLS) counselor, • Consults regularly with the WREE department regarding potential placements or ongoing adaptation at current training or work sites, • Good Work Ethic, • Flexibility and Adaptability:, • Good Judgment, • Communications, • Listening Skills, • Confidentiality, • Awareness, • Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships, • Adhere strictly to HIPAA requirements and all agency confidentiality guidelines., • Establish positive, balanced relationships with clients, as demonstrated by:, • treatment of individuals with respect and dignity and in an age and culturally appropriate manner;, • a commitment towards the individual's rights and responsibilities; and, • Adopts all Agency policies and procedures and attends mandatory in-service programs., • Reports any incident or accident involving oneself, or Agency clients. Reports all unusual, questionable or dangerous situations to the management immediately. Provides all information in writing, necessary to assist in completing the required report., • Immediately reports any suspicion of verbal, physical, sexual abuse or neglect on the part of clients or any staff to the immediate supervisor and Executive Director., • Reports immediately any unusual, inappropriate or potentially risky behavior on the part of anyone visiting an individual at any of the JESPY sites, to the site supervisor, the Director of Operations, or the Executive Director, • Maintains strict confidentiality of organizational and individual information, in accordance with HIPAA standards., • Demonstrates concern and courtesy to clients, staff, family members and visitors. Educational Requirements • Supports JESPY House policies, vision, and core values while empowering all clients to direct their own life choices, • Knowledgeable about the person-centered approach to service delivery. As an empathic listener, remain patient, listen carefully and offer appropriate feedback to clients served, • Maintain strict and professional boundaries particularly in regard to confidentiality., • Understanding of learning and developmental disabilities and best approaches to working with clients with these disabilities, • Communicates effectively in writing; completes all time sensitive written and electronic documents, • Skilled at working well with other staff members. Ability to coordinate the efforts of the client’s various caregivers, • Hourly, • Monday through Friday This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. • Must be available for coverage on some weekends and after 5pm when required., • Valid driving license is required, • Must hold CPR/First Aid Valid Certification, • Successful clearance of NJ background check, • Successful clearance of Drug Screening, • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job., • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift to 10 pounds.

Job DescriptionPOSITION TITLE: Safety and Facility Support- Part-time REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer BROAD FUNCTION: Promotes safety, and provides facility and operations support at agency locations I. PROFESSIONALISM: • Values and participates in the Team as a proactive member., • Respects others’ professional opinions and tolerates a range of feelings., • Attends supervision consistently and comes prepared., • Able to receive feedback and to learn from it., • Respond to emergent or escalating situations, as a part of a team, to promote de-escalation, safety, and indicated follow-up., • Proactively respond to situations, with a goal of preventing an emergent or escalating situation., • Promote the safety and well-being of our staff and consumers by supporting entry and exit from the building, waiting area space, and outside grounds/parking lot, through following agency procedures., • Daily review of the building and grounds for any upkeep, repairs or hazards, communication, and support of the resolution of repairs and hazards., • Submission of work orders for repairs or other appropriate maintenance in response to anything identified from #4 above., • Support Facilities Support Specialist with facility needs as requested., • Complete formal quarterly facility safety checklist., • Assist with quarterly/annual fire and emergency drills for facility., • Assist with Front Desk coverage as needed., • Cleaning of the building and grounds as needed to support high client volume or as needed to support other facility support staff being out., • Receive packages that come into the facility and deliver to staff within building., • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, • Experience: Two or more years working in a safety/security role. Experience cleaning in a business environment. Valid driver’s license in good standing and experience with local and highway driving., • Skills and Abilities: Good oral communication skills. Ability to create a warm, caring, non-threatening atmosphere. Willingness to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Possesses an understanding of professional ethics and issues of confidentiality. Ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team. Driver’s license and record in good standing. Vacation & Benefits: • Vacation: As a full-time employee working generally 35 hours per week, you will be eligible to participate in the Family Connections group benefit plans. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, retirement plans, and additional supplementary benefits. Yes, you can elect to not enroll into these benefits. You will also be eligible to accrue vacation, personal, and sick days in addition to 12 paid holidays, and summer wellness Fridays., • Benefits also include professional development assistance, referral program, internal/external trainings, Capella University partnership, 403b retirement plan with employer matching (3% max) (you can enroll in your 403b without a waiting period) , employer-paid life insurance, employer paid Long-term Disability (LTD) insurance, employer paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, etc., • Work Environment/Physical Demands: The individual must possess the ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, and lifting of up to or in excess of 50 pounds.*The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Family Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to excellence. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age veteran status, or sexual orientation or other protected classes under the State and Federal law. Powered by JazzHR Dsotxi6jMi

Job DescriptionPOSITION TITLE: Family Preservation Services Practitioner REPORTS TO: Associate Director, Senior Manager, Manager of FPS BROAD FUNCTION: Provide direct in-home services to families following the New Jersey Family Preservation model I. CORE VALUES: • Demonstrates awareness of biases, internalized racial superiority, and oppression. Leads with a racial equity lens and actively uses the racial equity tool in meaningful ways., • Contributes valuable and positive cultural humility transformation in individuals, organizations, and social systems to actively progress across the antiracist multicultural institution continuum., • Demonstrates cultural humility through an awareness of and sensitivity towards Agency’s clients’ and coworkers’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics., • Believes in the capacity of people to grow and change., • Works from a strengths-based perspective., • Recognizes that consumers come first and responds to consumers appropriately., • Values and participates in the Team as a proactive member., • Respects others’ professional opinions and tolerates a range of feelings., • Able to give and receive constructive criticism., • Willing to take on extra work when needed (i.e. when there is a vacancy)., • Performs required tasks according to the program philosophy, policies and procedures., • Is courteous, approachable, and cooperative towards co-workers, clients, support staff, and others and conducts self in a mature, competent, confident, and respectful manner., • Attends supervision consistently and comes prepared., • Able to receive feedback and to learn from it., • Has insight about self (i.e. strengths and weaknesses) and utilizes that knowledge toward growth and change.IV. DIRECT SERVICE, • Provide short term intensive in-home services to a minimum of two families at any given time and up to 18 families yearly., • Provides 24/7 on-call coverage in accordance with the FPS Model requirements to assigned families., • Assist families with establishing goals and strategies for increasing self- sufficiency and provide appropriate referrals and concrete services when necessary., • Provide ongoing assessments for safety risks and utilize interventions to mitigate safety issues., • Case presentation and Documentation, • Active part of Family Preservation Services team, • Attend meetings, prepare case presentations, • Maintain accurate and compliant case records in accordance with NJ FPS documentation standards., • Completes timely documentation as per agency and program guidelines., • Manage time effectively by scheduling and completing all weekly sessions needed in a flexible manner, prioritizing family availability., • Conduct all required services from intake through termination in accordance with the NJ Family Preservation Services (FPS) Model., • Model self-advocacy with families by coaching and empowering them to speak for themselves, while also representing and supporting them in court, school settings, and social service agencies as needed., • Collaborate closely with DCP&P staff and referred families to effectively achieve established goals and fulfill service planning requirements set by DCP&P., • Work effectively as a team member as well as independently., • Complete Family Preservation Services training and other training’s required by Family Connections and/or DCF., • Uphold fidelity to the Family Preservation Services model, • In times of crisis is willing to help others and communicates urgent information quickly to supervisor / team., • Maintains clear, consistent, and timely communication with supervisor, before and after sessions and as necessary., • Is punctual for client appointments, meetings, etc., • Meets program productivity requirements, • Acts as a Family Connections ambassador in every interaction with families, providers, community agencies etc., • Education & Experience: Master’s in Social Work or equivalent master’s in human services or Bachelor's degree in social work or related field with at least one and a half years’ experience working with families experiencing crisis. Must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey with safe driving record. Experience working with diverse populations. Availability to conduct sessions on evenings, weekends and holidays. • Knowledge: Knowledge of the child welfare system, community resources, social services, and mental health systems. Knowledge of appropriate interventions in crisis and non-crisis situations. Knowledge of infant, child and adolescent stages of growth and development. Knowledge of trauma and its effect on children and families. Knowledge of county’s local and highway roads., • Skills and Abilities: Excellent time management skills. Organizational skills with the ability to manage families and systems of care simultaneously to promote best practices. Outstanding human relations skills and the ability to function autonomously and in a team environment. Effective oral and written communication skills. Effectively solve problems and communicate information, including the identification and communication of problems and/or issues with appropriate team and management staff. Ability to utilize approaches with children and families. Model, coach, support, and mentor parents on use of nurturing and safe parenting. Ability to deliver and score assessment tools. Excellent computer skills with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and/or electronic health record systems. Safely operate a motor vehicle abiding by all applicable traffic laws. Ensure safety of all passengers through appropriate safety measures including use of seat belts, car and booster seats and/or child safety locks., • Professional Characteristics: Open, warm, empathic, attentive listener, self-aware, ethical, creative, organized, flexible, open to constructive feedback, patient, responsible, able to work independently, mature, self-motivated, dedicated, enthusiastic, willing to take on additional tasks and responsibilities, interested in seeking additional training and skills. Experience/willingness to work with culturally diverse populations., • Work Environment/Physical Demands: The individual must possess the ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, and lifting of up to or in excess of 50 pounds. A flexible working schedule with 5 days per week evening availability. Some working time is spent providing services in-home and in community settings. Salary : $52,500 Vacation & Benefits: • Vacation: As a full-time employee working generally 35 hours per week, you will be eligible to participate in the Family Connections group benefit plans. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, retirement plans, and additional supplementary benefits. Yes, you can elect to not enroll into these benefits. You will also be eligible to accrue vacation, personal, and sick days in addition to 12 paid holidays, and summer wellness Fridays. Powered by JazzHR ZUSauHTlsX

Job Description Job Purpose Under the supervision of the Shared Housing, the Daily Living Skills Counselor/Direct Support at JESPY House serves individuals with learning, developmental and behavioral health disabilities through support and development of daily living skills; positive direction; and, advocacy in the community on behalf of and with the client. This is a weekend position. Candidates must be available weekends. Responsibilities • Supports JESPY House policies, vision, and core values while empowering all clients to direct their own life choices., • Maintains and expands skills and knowledge relevant to providing high quality support and services. Attends trainings as directed and applies new knowledge to current assignment. Obtains and maintains all required certifications. As a support service counselor, the DLS Counselor communicates regularly and proactively interfaces with JESPY Case Managers as required, • Provides supportive services to individual clients; if more in depth services are required, initiate a referral to the Case Manager., • Establishes a collaborative relationship with involved family members or significant others to advance identified goals. Essential Functions • Collaborates with the assigned Case Manager, • Assist with food ordering or shopping when necessary, • Supervise and teach necessary skills regarding cooking, cleaning and laundry, • Report to supervisors and/or building superintendent about needed repairs, • Inspect client’s refrigerator on a weekly basis, • Conduct monthly fire drills and coordinate inspection of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, • Represents as the agency liaison with building superintendents, • Informs client, case manager, family and/or support coordinator when new clothes, shoes, or household appliances are needed, • Cooperates with licensee or DDD staff in any inspection or investigation, • Must check email and voicemail daily, • Utilize Foothold Awards daily to access client information. All notes are required to be entered into Foothold within a 3 (three) day period from date of client interaction., • Responsible for tracking both non-DDD and DDD clients’ progress through electronic documentation as well as client goals through the daily tracking record as it relates to their service plan., • Attend any additional Foothold trainings, workshops and meetings., • Other responsibilities as assigned., • General knowledge of agency policy and procedures, • Submits weekly and monthly reports on client’s status, • Informs case manager when new clothes, shoes, or household appliances are needed, • Work Ethic, • Flexibility and Adaptability, • Judgment, • Ability to Work Independently, • Communications., • Confidentiality, • Listening Skills, • Awareness., • Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships, • Supporting Good Health Commitment to Core Value • Adhere strictly to HIPAA requirements and all agency confidentiality guidelines., • Establish positive, balanced relationships with clients, as demonstrated by:, • treatment of individuals with respect and dignity and in an age and culturally appropriate manner;, • a commitment towards the individual's rights and responsibilities; and, • establishment of clear boundaries that allow for productive interactions. Reporting n/a Other Responsibilities • Other responsibilities that may arise within the job scope, • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Educational Requirements • Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred, • Valid New Jersey Driver’s license, • Basic computer skills, • Knowledgeable about the person-centered approach to service delivery. As an empathic listener, remain patient, listen carefully and offer appropriate feedback to clients served., • Maintain strict and professional boundaries particularly regarding confidentiality., • Understanding of learning and developmental disabilities and best approaches to working with clients with these disabilities., • Communicates effectively in writing; completes all time sensitive written and electronic documents., • Skilled at collaborating well with other members of the interdisciplinary team., • Proficient with Foothold EHR, Microsoft Word and Excel Preferred, • Reports and/or documents, in a concise, understandable, and legible manner in the electronic health record (EHR), Foothold. Case notes need to demonstrate a direct relationship to the achievement of treatment goals as defined in the ISP or the Annual Case Evaluation. Completion of daily logs, accident reports, incident reports, outcome data sheets and all appropriate Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Hourly - Weekends Special Working Conditions/Physical/Requirements – Working Environment • Able to walk up and downstairs, • Valid driving license is required, • Must hold a high school diploma, • Valid New Jersey driver's license is required, • Must hold CPR/First Aid Valid Certification - (We will train), • Successful clearance of NJ background check, • Successful clearance of Drug Screening, • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job., • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds. Direct Reports n/a Salary Salary commensurate with experience Notes/Comments This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. REVISED: 1/2/19

Job Description Tired of selling products that don’t change lives? At our top-tier Defamation Law Firm, we don’t just win cases — we restore reputations. We’re looking for a skilled closer who can connect with potential clients in crisis, build trust fast, and move them to action. You don’t need a JD. You need hustle, empathy, and drive. What You’ll Do: • Handle inbound leads (no cold calling), • Listen with purpose. Guide with confidence., • Convert consultations into signed clients, • Be the first human voice of hope for people under attack You’re a fit if: • You’ve sold high-trust services (legal, medical, consulting, etc.), • You know how to manage urgency without pressure, • Sell Law Firm Services for a boutique defamation/social media law firm, • Be able to take potential client from inception through close, • Be able to handle volume of calls with professionalism, • Interface with Law Firm staff and Lawyers, • Have fabulous professional attitude, detailed knowledge about social media and empathic attitudeQualifications:, • Great listener, • Wonderful communication skills, • Professional sales training selling luxury products, • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent 2 year associate degree, • Detailed knowledge of lawyer marketing helpfulAbout Company We are a growing and dynamic firm practicing cutting-edge Social Media Law, Constitutional Law, Internet Defamation, Personal Injury, and Employment. Our successful candidate will have a passion for all things related to the First Amendment and defamation. The ability to write well is highly valued, as is prior experience in a law firm.

Job DescriptionPosition Title: Visitation Aide Reports to: Regional Coordinator Broad Function: Responsible transportation and visitation support of Supervised Visitation Services I: CORE VALUES • Demonstrates awareness of biases, internalized racial superiority and oppression. Leads with a racial equity lens and actively uses the racial equity tool in meaningful ways,, • Contributes to valuable and positive cultural humility transformation in individuals, organizations, and social systems to actively progress across the antiracist multicultural institution continuum., • Demonstrates cultural humility through an awareness of and sensitivity towards Agency’s clients’ and coworkers’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics., • Committed to the value of a nurturing family as the ideal environment for a child and believes in the capacity of people to grow and change., • Works from a strength-based perspective., • Recognizes that consumers come first and responds to consumers appropriately., • Knows and adheres to all FC Policies and Procedures., • Values and participates in the Team as a proactive member., • Respects others’ professional opinions and tolerates a range of feelings., • Able to give and receive constructive criticism., • Attends supervision consistently and comes prepared., • Able to receive feedback and learn from it., • Maintain a professional and safe environment in vehicles. Ensure the safety of children and adults by providing appropriate safety measures such as seat belts, car seats, and child safety locks., • Ensures the environment for parent-child contact is safe, non-traumatizing, and promotes healthy attachment., • Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with families that is culturally sensitive, utilizing family’s preferred language considering a family’s faith and culture., • Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with DCP&P, other providers, and supports., • Creates an environment that empowers family members, including parents, children, and caregivers to communicate their goals and needs., • Utilizes various interviewing and/or communication techniques in a culturally competent manner., • Recognizes non-verbal communication and maintains good eye contact and posture., • Advocates for parents/families as necessary and supports them in advocating for themselves., • Operates from a trauma-informed perspective.2. Responsible for keeping the Transportation Signature Log and notifying supervisor, in a timely fashion, of any problems during pick-up or drop-offs of consumers. 3. Responsible for vehicle maintenance and documentation of such maintenance, including regular service appointments and regular, scheduled cleaning. Inform manager or identified liaison of any problems with the vehicle in a timely manner., 4. Responsible for maintaining Mileage logs and for keeping records of any receipts. • Greet program participants and cover front desk responsibilities as needed., • Assist with maintenance of the visitation site and ensuring a clean, safe, location., • Collaborate with Regional Coordinator and notify them of any site-needs., • Report any on-site issues to management as needed., • Provide supervised visitation services as needed by the program., • Responsible for childcare as needed when not transporting children and adults to and from Program., • Prepare and/or collaborate with team regarding daily transportation schedule for pick-up and drop-off of clients for program services. As indicated, confirm transportation schedule with necessary adults at designated pick-up/drop-off. Communicate and coordinate daily schedule, including any changes, to all program staff., • Assist with administrative needs such as transporting program supplies, inter-office mail, etc., • Recognize client/family signs indicating potential emergency or safety risk, and report to supervisors. Valid New Jersey driver’s license, safe driving record, and vehicle availability are required. Knowledge: Knowledge of the child welfare system, community resources, social services, and mental health systems. Knowledge of trauma and its effect on children and families. Understands professional ethics and issues of confidentiality. Knowledge and comfortability with computer applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. Knowledge of county’s local and highway roads. Skills and Abilities: Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to utilize an electronic health record and document daily notes. Safely operate a motor vehicle abiding by all applicable traffic laws. Ensure the safety of all passengers through appropriate safety measures including use of seat belts, car and booster seats and/or child safety locks. Comfortability working with families from diverse backgrounds. Professional Characteristics: Open, warm, empathic, attentive listener, self-aware, ethical, creative, organized, flexible, open to constructive feedback, patient, responsible, able to work independently, mature, self-motivated, dedicated, enthusiastic, willing to take on additional tasks and responsibilities, interested in seeking additional training and skills. Experience/willingness to work with culturally diverse populations. Work Environment/Physical Demands: The individual must possess the ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, and lifting of up to or in excess of 50 pounds. A flexible working schedule with 5 days per week with evening availability and potential weekend availability. Family Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to excellence. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age veteran status, or sexual orientation or other protected classes under the State and Federal law. Powered by JazzHR CzaAgtviUj

Job DescriptionPOSITION TITLE: NJ4S Scheduling Coordinator REPORTS TO: NJ4S Supervising Scheduling Coordinator BROAD FUNCTION: Supports NJ4S program by reviewing and assigning applications for services. I. CORE VALUES: • Demonstrates awareness of biases, internalized racial superiority and oppression. Leads with a racial equity lens and actively uses the racial equity tool in meaningful ways., • Contributes to valuable and positive cultural humility transformation in individuals, organizations, and social systems to actively progress across the antiracist multicultural institution continuum., • Demonstrates cultural humility through an awareness of and sensitivity towards Agency’s clients’ and coworkers’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics., • Committed to the value of a nurturing family as the ideal environment for a child and believes in the capacity of people to grow and change., • Works from a strengths-based perspective., • Recognizes that consumers come first and responds to consumers appropriately., • Values and participates in the Team as a proactive member., • Respects others’ professional opinions and tolerates a range of feelings., • Attends supervision consistently and comes prepared., • Able to receive feedback and to learn from it., • Review applications from queue based on the school district needs level, type of participants, and desired service., • Follow up with school representative as required., • Assign application to Prevention Consultant and/or Clinician., • Schedule and confirm consultation between Prevention Consultant and/or Clinician and school representative using NJ4S system, Salesforce., • Answers general and new participant inquiries., • Communicates with potential applicants, supporting them with the scheduling and application process., • Facilitates the paperwork process with potential applicants., • Coordinates inquiries with the NJ4S Supervising Scheduling Coordinator to ensure tiered services are provided accordingly., • Assists with scheduling and hosting NJ4S Community Advisory Board meetings., • Assists with data collection and reporting as required by DCF., • Coordinates and schedules NJ4S staff meetings., • Maintains and orders office supplies for program., • Participates in training as required., • Provide front desk support for 7 Glenwood Suite 101 and Suite 304, providing excellent customer service, at all times., • Manage all inquiries in a professional and courteous manner, in person on the telephone or via email., • Greet, assist and/direct visitors., • Ensure that the reception area and waiting room represent clean, safe and professional Agency standards for clients and staff., • Confirm receipt and inform staff regarding packages that arrive at the front desk. Education & Experience: Associate’s degree with two years’ experience in scheduling and office management in community-based services/social services setting. Additional education and related experience are preferred, such as a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services related field, and experience in the provision of prevention-related programs. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience. A valid New Jersey driver’s license, safe driving record, and vehicle availability are required. • Knowledge: Knowledge of community resources, social services, and mental health systems. Preferred knowledge and experience using Microsoft Excel and/or Salesforce., • Skills and Abilities: Ability to identify problems/challenges and to consider potential solutions independently. Ability to use data to promote continuous quality improvement. Excellent time management and organizational, • skills. Ability to supervise staff regarding trauma-informed interventions. Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Ability to work professionally and collaboratively on a multi-disciplinary team., • Professional Characteristics: Leadership capabilities: Ability to empower others while being personally accountable; Ability to delegate responsibility while holding staff accountable for their decisions, actions, and results. Inspires and motivates staff. Flexible, fair, and caring, without sacrificing accountability. An advocate for consumers. Excellent listener and communicator (verbal and written) Ability to build respect, trust, and consensus. An imaginative and collaborative problem solver. Ability to work with people who have varying perspectives on issues. Proven track record in program management and collaboration.Salary: $44,520 - $47,500 Vacation & Benefits: • Vacation: As a full-time employee working generally 35 hours per week, you will be eligible to participate in the Family Connections group benefit plans. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, retirement plans, and additional supplementary benefits. Yes, you can elect to not enroll into these benefits. You will also be eligible to accrue vacation, personal, and sick days in addition to 12 paid holidays, and summer wellness Fridays., • Benefits also include professional development assistance, referral program, internal/external trainings, Capella University partnership, 403b retirement plan with employer matching (3% max) (you can enroll in your 403b without a waiting period) , employer-paid life insurance, employer paid Long-term Disability (LTD) insurance, employer paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, etc., • Work Environment/Physical Demands: The individual must possess the ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, and lifting of up to or in excess of 50 pounds.*The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Family Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to excellence. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age veteran status, or sexual orientation or other protected classes under the State and Federal law. Powered by JazzHR 79sTdwxb5i

Job DescriptionPosition Title: Therapeutic Visitation Specialist Reports to: Supervising Therapeutic Visitation Specialist Broad Function: Provide therapeutic visitation services. II: PROFESSIONALISM: 1. Values and participates in the Team as a proactive member., 2. Respects others’ professional opinions and tolerates a range of feelings., 3. Able to give and receive constructive criticism., 4. Willing to take on extra work as needed (i.e. when there is a vacancy). III: SUPERVISION: • Attends supervision consistently and comes prepared., • Able to receive feedback and learn from it., • Attends all necessary trainings in compliance with the SVS model., • Schedules and conducts visits in the least-restrictive, most home-like location (the first preference being within the family's home) while ensuring the safety of the children., • Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with families that is culturally sensitive, utilizing family’s preferred language considering a family’s faith and culture., • Ensures the environment for parent-child contact is safe, non-traumatizing, and promotes healthy attachment., • Uses strengths-based, solutions-focused, family centered, trauma informed strategies to elicit family input., • Advocates for parents/families as necessary and supports them in advocating for themselves., • Uses a process to gather information which includes reviewing collateral information and inquiring about family's natural supports., • Completes required assessment tools including but not limited to bio-psychosocial assessments, Rose Wentz Matrix and SVS Caregiver Surveys., • Documents contacts with families in agency's progress notes and DCP&P contact sheets., • Creates a visitation plan with active familial involvement and updates the plan at regular intervals., • Facilitates visit planning meetings and participates in other relevant meetings., • Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with DCP&P, other providers, and supports., • Links the family to community resources, formal and informal supports, and coordinates with DCP&P., • Collaborates with and shares relevant information with DCP&P staff, other providers, and supports., • Provides therapeutic support and modeling around appropriate and nurturing parenting., • Uses clinical interventions and trauma informed approaches to promote behavioral change in caregivers and children through education, modeling, reinforcement, and empowerment., • Interventions may include but are not limited to: Elements of family counseling, play therapy, art therapy, and/or individual therapy; focused on improving parenting skills, attunement, and communication within the family., • Intervening in the event of a safety issue., • Incorporating trauma informed care to all facets of treatment., • Creates an environment that empowers family members, including parents, children, and caregivers to communicate their goals and needs., • Utilizes various interviewing and/or communication techniques in a culturally competent manner., • Recognizes non-verbal communication and maintains good eye contact and posture., • Enhances parental skills by goal setting, modeling, mentoring, reinforcement, feedback and reflection through a trauma-informed perspective., • Prepares for each visit with caregivers reviewing goals and expectations and encouraging them to be the lead in visit planning., • Debriefs with caregivers after each visit to allow for processing and self-reflection and discussion of strengths and challenges., • Provides in-home aftercare services in the event of reunification of families., • Provides transportation for parents and/or children to and from visitation location., • Engages in case presentations and completes timely documentation., • Prepares case presentations and engages in case discussions/consultations., • Maintains electronic health record and completes all internal and external documentation needs in accordance with program guidelines., • Perform other duties as assigned. SPECIFICATIONS: • Education & Experience: Candidates must possess a master’s degree in social work or related field (e.g. counseling) and a valid professional license: (LPC, LCSW LAC, LSW, CSW). Must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey with safe driving record. Minimum of one (1) year of work experience with children and families, particularly families involved with the child welfare system and/or affected by trauma. Experience working with diverse populations., • Knowledge: Knowledge of the child welfare system, community resources, social services, and mental health systems. Knowledge of appropriate therapeutic interventions in crisis and non-crisis situations. Knowledge of infant, child and adolescent stages of growth and development. Knowledge of trauma and its effect on children and families. Knowledge of county’s local and highway roads., • Skills and Abilities: Excellent time management skills. Organizational skills with the ability to manage numerous visiting families and systems of care simultaneously to promote best practices. Outstanding human relations skills and the ability to function autonomously and in a team environment. Effective oral and written communication skills. Effectively solve problems and communicate information, including the identification and communication of problems and/or issues with appropriate team and management staff. Ability to utilize therapeutic approaches with children and families. Model, coach, support, and mentor parents on use of nurturing and safe parenting. Ability to deliver and score assessment tools. Excellent computer skills with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or electronic health record systems. Safely operate a motor vehicle abiding by all applicable traffic laws. Ensure safety of all passengers through appropriate safety measures including use of seat belts, car and booster seats and/or child safety locks., • Professional Characteristics: Open, warm, empathic, attentive listener, self-aware, ethical, creative, organized, flexible, open to constructive feedback, patient, responsible, able to work independently, mature, self-motivated, dedicated, enthusiastic, willing to take on additional tasks and responsibilities, interested in seeking additional training and skills. Experience/willingness to work with culturally diverse populations.Salary Range : $68,000 Vacation & Benefits: • Vacation: As a full-time employee working generally 35 hours per week, you will be eligible to participate in the Family Connections group benefit plans. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, retirement plans, and additional supplementary benefits. Yes, you can elect to not enroll into these benefits. You will also be eligible to accrue vacation, personal, and sick days in addition to 12 paid holidays, and summer wellness Fridays., • Benefits also include professional development assistance, referral program, internal/external trainings, Capella University partnership, 403b retirement plan with employer matching (3% max) (you can enroll in your 403b without a waiting period) , employer-paid life insurance, employer paid Long-term Disability (LTD) insurance, employer paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, etc. Powered by JazzHR HSdC9xHfOm

Job Description Job Purpose Under the supervision of the Shared Housing, the Daily Living Skills Counselor at JESPY House serves individuals with learning, developmental and behavioral health disabilities through support and development of daily living skills; positive direction; and, advocacy in the community on behalf of and with the client. Responsibilities · Supports JESPY House policies, vision, and core values while empowering all clients to direct their own life choices. · Maintains and expands skills and knowledge relevant to providing high quality support and services. Attends trainings as directed and applies new knowledge to current assignment. Obtains and maintains all required certifications. As a support service counselor, the DLS Counselor communicates regularly and proactively interfaces with JESPY Case Managers as required · Provides supportive services to individual clients; if more in depth services are required, initiate a referral to the Case Manager. · Establishes a collaborative relationship with involved family members or significant others to advance identified goals. Essential Functions · Collaborates with the assigned Case Manager · Assist with food ordering or shopping when necessary · Supervise and teach necessary skills regarding cooking, cleaning and laundry · Report to supervisors and/or building superintendent about needed repairs · Inspect client’s refrigerator on a weekly basis · Conduct monthly fire drills and coordinate inspection of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors · Represents as the agency liaison with building superintendents · Informs client, case manager, family and/or support coordinator when new clothes, shoes, or household appliances are needed · Cooperates with licensee or DDD staff in any inspection or investigation · Must check email and voicemail daily · Utilize Foothold Awards daily to access client information. All notes are required to be entered into Foothold within a 3 (three) day period from date of client interaction. · Responsible for tracking both non-DDD and DDD clients’ progress through electronic documentation as well as client goals through the daily tracking record as it relates to their service plan. · Attend any additional Foothold trainings, workshops and meetings. · Other responsibilities as assigned. · General knowledge of agency policy and procedures · Submits weekly and monthly reports on client’s status · Informs case manager when new clothes, shoes, or household appliances are needed · Cooperates with licensee or DDD staff in any inspection or investigation Competencies · Work Ethic · Flexibility and Adaptability · Judgment · Ability to Work Independently · Communications. · Confidentiality · Listening Skills · Awareness. · Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships · Supporting Good Health Commitment to Core Value • Adhere strictly to HIPAA requirements and all agency confidentiality guidelines., • Establish positive, balanced relationships with clients, as demonstrated by:, • treatment of individuals with respect and dignity and in an age and culturally appropriate manner;, • a commitment towards the individual's rights and responsibilities; and, • establishment of clear boundaries that allow for productive interactions. Reporting n/a Other Responsibilities · Other responsibilities that may arise within the job scope · Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Educational Requirements · High School Diploma with some college preferred Work Experience Requirement · Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred · Valid driver’s license and car · Basic computer skills · Good communication skills Skills/Abilities · Knowledgeable about the person-centered approach to service delivery. As an empathic listener, remain patient, listen carefully and offer appropriate feedback to clients served. • Maintain strict and professional boundaries particularly regarding confidentiality., • Understanding of learning and developmental disabilities and best approaches to working with clients with these disabilities., • Communicates effectively in writing; completes all time sensitive written and electronic documents., • Skilled at collaborating well with other members of the interdisciplinary team., • Proficient with Foothold EHR, Microsoft Word and Excel, • Reports and/or documents, in a concise, understandable, and legible manner in the electronic health record (EHR), Foothold. Case notes need to demonstrate a direct relationship to the achievement of treatment goals as defined in the ISP or the Annual Case Evaluation. Completion of daily logs, accident reports, incident reports, outcome data sheets and all appropriate Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Hourly Availability between the hours of 8am and 7pm may be required, based on the needs of the clients. Special Working Conditions/Physical/Requirements – Working Environment · Able to walk up and downstairs. · Must be available for coverage on some weekends and after 5pm when required. · Valid driving license is required • Must hold a high school diploma, • Valid New Jersey driver's license is required, • Must hold CPR/First Aid Valid Certification, • Successful clearance of NJ background check, • Successful clearance of Drug Screening · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds. Direct Reports n/a Salary Salary commensurate with experience Notes/Comments This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.