A Safe Place is a recognized 501(c)3 listed under Lake County Crisis Center for the Prevention & Treatment of Domestic Violence Inc
The *Family Visitation Facilitator* will closely monitor visits and custody exchanges between children and their non-custodial parent.
*Schedule:*
* M/W/Thur 1230p - 830p
* Fri 1030a - 630p
* Saturday 8:30a - 4:30p
* Sunday 10:30a - 6:30p
Facilitators can work 4 days during the week and Sunday (_Sunday required_), or facilitators can have Tues/Wed off and work both weekend days.
Reports to the Director of the Family Visitation Center and works closely with all programs.
Position is located in Round Lake Beach, IL.
*RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Monitor visits and custody exchanges between children and non-custodial parents as ordered by the court in domestic violence cases.
* Support and promote a positive and non-judgmental atmosphere and visiting experience for parents and their children.
* Use interpersonal skills with tact, patience, and courtesy
* Ensure client compliance with visitation center policies.
* Intervene and re-direct visiting parent and child as appropriate.
* Immediately document concerns and critical incidents to the Director and inform police as outlined in program policies.
* Recognize and respond quickly to potential threats to safety for staff, clients, and self, using conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
* Maintain confidentiality and privacy as outlined in visitation center policies.
* Refer clients to community resources as appropriate
* Conduct client orientations as requested.
* Work effectively with clients through the use of interpreters as needed with language line.
* Perform administrative duties related to monitoring of visits such as keeping observation notes as directed, updating client files, completing periodic summary reports, scheduling, etc.
* Identify and address ongoing and emerging accessibility issues.
* Think critically and recommend program changes as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
* Regularly attend staff trainings and meetings.
* Work as a team player in the organization.
* Perform all other duties as assigned.
*QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or closely related field preferred.
* Knowledge of supervision and counseling theories/modalities and a commitment to client empowerment and self-determination.
* Bilingual strongly preferred.
* Ability to cover shifts as needed, to support program.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Proficient in a Windows PC environment including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access and Outlook.
Ability to accept, to understand, and to relate sensitively to people of varied socio-economic, racial, cultural, and experiential backgrounds.
A commitment to the philosophy and programs of A Safe Place, which include a commitment to survivor’s and children’s issues, sharing a belief in helping to create a society free from violence, and in working in a cooperative environment.
Join our team and enjoy an exceptional work-life balance with our generous benefits package.
We believe in taking care of our employees so they can perform their best.
* 4+ Weeks PTO: We offer extra paid time off on top of a standard vacation package so you can recharge and enjoy more personal time.
Use this time to travel, spend time with family, or pursue hobbies and interests outside of work.
* Paid Training: We invest in your professional development through extensive paid training.
Gain new skills, expand your knowledge, and stay on top of the latest trends and technologies in your field, all on company time.
We support your growth and advancement.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.
00 - $53,000.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Work setting:
* In-person
Ability to Relocate:
* Round Lake Beach, IL 60073: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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