Title: Family Finder Specialist

Location: Coos Bay

Program: CASA

Reports to: CASA Program Director

HR Contact: hr[at]orcca.us

Pay Level: Specialist – $14.00 - $16.00 hourly, Depending on Experience

Staff Supervised: None

FSLA Status: Non-exempt from overtime

Effective: December 2022

Position Type: FT

Revised: October 12, 2022

External Applicants: Please submit an employment application, cover letter and resume on our website, www.orcca.us or to hr[at]orcca.us .

Internal Applicants: Please submit a letter of interest and resume to hr[at]orcca.us .

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for family search and engagement services under contract with CASA and the Department of Human Services District 7 (D7) Child Welfare. The goal of this position is to locate long-term, permanent connections and relationships for children and youth currently in foster care and establish a long-term emotional support network with family members and other adults who may not be able to care for the Child, but who wants to maintain connections to the Child.

This position reports to the Program Director of CASA of Coos and Curry Counties but works collaboratively and responsibly within the network of project partners.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Reason position exists is to perform these functions):

Receive and process referrals from DHS/Child Welfare D7 to perform contract duties

Read complete case file.

Perform appropriate interviews (caseworker, parents, etc.).

Perform detailed search of immediate family members and extended family members to complete family trees and identify possible relative placements.

Connect with and explore all family connections and assess the willingness/availability of family members to participate in the dependency system to offer the best placements for children in care. Use internet tools, social media, cold calling or other tools to identify as many relatives as possible while considering any requested “no contacts” by parent/parent.

Maintain current records in database and in paper files as appropriate.

Document and track findings, communicate all findings with assigned Case Worker.

Create genogram using the provided software program for each case.

Connect extended family and informal supports to the family to work with improving safety concerns, permanency, and well-being of children.

Work with Case Workers and Facilitators to organize family decision meetings or family meetings when appropriate.

Prepare monthly invoices for FF Child Welfare contract

Submit closing reports to Case Worker when case closes.

Prepare monthly and as-needed non-confidential data reports to CASA Program Director

Actively engage and support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion activities and inclusion in all work.

Responsible for personal safety, reporting incidents or accidents within a reasonable amount of time to supervisor or Safety Committee at Safetycommittee[at]orcca.us.

Responsible for picking up after oneself and maintaining company owned equipment. Report damaged or malfunction equipment to supervisor, facilities maintenance, or HR.

Performs other duties as assigned.

TEAM EXPECTATIONS:

Teamwork - We join our individual strengths together creating teams and circles of cooperation to promote innovative thinking and bring opportunity to our community.

Partnerships - We create collaborative community partnerships to best leverage all resources available for the benefit of the community.

Diversity - We welcome and accept differences and honor our co-workers and clients by treating each person with equality, dignity, and respect.

Confidentiality & Ethics - We maintain a high standard of ethics and integrity to respect the confidentiality of clients and staff.

Physical Safety - We respond promptly to address health and safety needs or concerns for clients and staff.

Communications - We encourage timely, open-minded, respectful, and direct communication to alleviate controversies and foster a safe, productive workplace.

Health & Sustainability - Recognizing the importance of physical, emotional, and environmental health, we seek to inspire and model healthy, sustainable living.

Public Relations - We recognize that each of us represents the entire agency in our public interactions and strive to act in a consistently professional and unbiased manner.

Professional Growth - We provide an environment supportive to personal and professional growth, cross training, and advancement.

INDIVIDUAL EXPECTATIONS:

Model behaviors that demonstrate an understanding, acceptance and welcoming of diversity.

Attend staff meetings, center meetings, and/or other workshops/meetings as notified.

Maintain a cheerful outlook regarding ORCCA and all its programs.

Maintain respect and positive communication regarding all children, families, and staff.

Maintain confidentiality of client and staff information.

Maintain open, two-way communication with staff.

Accept suggestions and guidance from supervisor and other management staff.

Seek feedback on job performance and evaluate suggestions and guidance to incorporate in performance.

Commit to further training. Develop an individual training plan using program tools, as appropriate.

Communicate with supervisor regarding any needed changes or concerns with work schedule.

Adhere to agency procedures as a mandated child abuse reporter.

Regular attendance is a requirement of the position.

Ability to perform the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABLILITIES:

Attend the next available National CASA Pre-Service Training

Ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to present and relate to diverse client populations and work respectfully with all kinds of people

Professional appearance, presentation, and demeanor always.

Strong written and oral communications skills;

Computer skills – Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, Access), genogram, and any other software necessary to perform duties of the job.

Ability to work independently

Time management skills

Must have excellent organizational skills.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Four years paid experience and/or training plus an Associate Degree or Certificate in a related field is required; OR

Bachelor’s degree plus two years’ experience in a field related to the position description is required AND

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong organization and time management skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Geographic Area: Coos and Curry counties.

In-Person Primary worksite: North Bend DHS District 7 offices, Oregon.

May move or lift items up to 51 pounds.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Primarily indoors, in a climate-controlled environment; may not have access to sunlight. Occasional activities outside in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Potential for open workstations and cubicles with moderate to high noise; work from home where available.

Some travel-Required ODL and proof of insurance (ORCCA Policy).

OTHER:

Reliable method of getting to work.

Must be free from illegal drugs, may be subject to suspicion testing.

Must be able to pass the State of Oregon Criminal Background Check.

Must be able to pass ODHS Child Abuse Registry Background Check

A current Oregon Driver’s License is required.

Proof of automobile liability insurance [at] $100,000/300,000 liability limits and maintain such limits.

NOTE: The specific statements reflected in each section of this position description are not intended to be all-conclusive, but rather the basic elements and criteria considered being necessary in order to satisfactorily perform the duties associated with the position. Your employment with ORCCA is at will. This means your employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Employer with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

Oregon Coast Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ORCCA does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operation.

Please inform Human Resources at 541-435-7090 or hr[at]orcca.us if you require a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of this job.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

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