Family Therapist Jobs in Nebraska

Job Title: Family Support Worker Company: Open Door Mission  Location: Omaha, NE Description: The Open Door Mission is a gospel rescue mission providing basic needs and life-changing programs for the homeless and needy. Responsible for sharing gospel with all new intakes using forms in intake package. Supervise up keep and appearance of the Lydia House building, both inside and outside. Meet with clients on a daily basis to provide services from outreach center to meet clients basic intake needs. Refer clients and make arrangements for them with appropriate help. Answer hotline phone for LH. Handle crises with clients to resolve problems/concerns within Lydia House and outside agencies. Teach and train clients on health, hygiene and parenting skills with coping mechanisms. Maintain files, notes and documentation on clients. Monitor the dispensing of medications as needed. Teach and role model the use of problem solving skills to settle disagreements and relationship issues. Teach, role model and assist parents in positive parenting skills and behavior modifications techniques. Responsible for making new intake files, NLP and JTW manuals for new incoming guests. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Education/Training: Associate degree in human service administration or related area. Experience/Background/Knowledge: 2 years experience in social services or family support services. Spiritual training in ministries. Skills: Counseling skills, computer skills, knowledge of multi-cultural counseling, crisis intervention training. Knowledge of chemical dependencies and rehabilitation. Knowledge of domestic violence and mental illness treatments. Modify / Close Posting

Job Title: MIGRANT HEAD START FAMILY ADVOCATE Company: Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska  Location: Alliance, NE Description: Panhandle Community Services Notice: A complete job application is required for all applicants. Please access the following PDF to print out an application: http://www.pcswn.com/files/Employment%20Application.pdf To apply, please fill it out and send it to: Human Resource Department 3350 10th St Gering, NE 69341 Equal Opportunity Employer Position Description General Function: Build a partnering relationship with parents of Migrant & seasonal Head Start children in order to support family growth in a variety of family development areas. Implement Head Start Objectives based on performance standards.  Typical Duties and Responsibilities: Recruit and complete intake forms on eligible children and families by doing door to door outreach in the assigned areas and maintaining close communication and cooperation with other local and regional agencies and organizations serving migrant and seasonal families and children to insure that every eligible child is enrolled. Support and strengthen families as the primary nurturers of their children through parent education at parent meetings, home visits, newsletters, and written information reflective of the parent's interest and needs related by parent survey. Develop and maintain a team approach with the center teacher to support families and support parent group activities. Responsible for doing home visits with each individual family to build a respectful relationship with families and to have a broad understanding of every family in the program. Work with the families in development and implementation of the Family Partnership Agreement, including providing assistance to families, through referrals, goal setting, problem solving and support; monitor and document families progress. Assist families in crisis to locate needed resources, and to plan to prevent futre crisis, if possible. Provide follow up and develop strategies with families and center to deal with attendance concerns. Develop for implementation of regular scheduled family gatherings in cooperation with Site Facilitator. Foster and develop good communication and relationships between families and Head Start program. Promote parent involvement throughout the program and the community. Advocate with and on behalf of families to promote high quality services. Support children and families in making successful transitions. Maintain efficient and effective record keeping in standard forms and Child Plus. Maintain standards of confidentiality regarding program, children, families and staff. Translate and interpret oral and written information to and from families. Perform other duties as assigned. Scope of Position: Reports to the Family Development Coordinator, direct supervision is given. Indirect supervision given by coordinators in specific program areas. Works with 20-30 families supporting families as they achieve their goals. Develops a team approach with teachers to support family growth. Assist families in many situations involving transition. Financial impact of this position is on the program in the form of payroll for carrying out duties, and in the effective use of provided resources. Typical contacts are with the Migrand and Head Start Management Team, center staff, MSHS parents and children, and representatives from other agencies offering services to enrolled families. Knowledge, Skills and Technical Abilities: High school equivalent. Ability to partner with others, form healthy relationships, and offer support without encouraging dependence. Must be proficient in verbal communication and in maintaining written documentation. Position requires the ability to speak, read, and write Spanish. Knowledge of family dynamics, knowledge of community resources. Ability to work with families in crisis. Understanding of different cultural backgrounds, and the ability to focus on the strengths of others are necessary skills. Basic computer skills needed. Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record and insured vehicle. Current CPR and First Aid card. Complete 20 contract hours of education annually in subject matter related to position. Working Conditions: Office environment 30% Home environment 50% Training or meeting 10% Travel 10% Will work some evenings and weekends, parent and community meetings, training, family crisis, home visits. Major Accountabilities: Positive outcomes for families as related to family goals measured by completion of follow up communication with parents to assess growth. Recruitment of children. Communication with program staff to ensure quality services are provided to families. Completion of work assignments measured by family visits and contacts. Completion of documentation for program outcomes. Physical Requirements: Must complete health physical upon entry to program and yearly health screenings. Must be able to make visits in home situations. Physically able to perform job. Grade 12 - High school equivalency (GED)                     Must be able to read, write, speak Spanish                     Valid Driver’s license with good driving record and insured vehicle                     Age 21 or above Grade 13 - Meet qualifications above 2 years experience in case management or a Family Service                      credential Grade 14 - Meet qualifications above AA in Human Services or related field Grade 15 - Meet qualifications above BA in related field Grade 16 - Meet qualifications above BA in social work. Benefits: Health/Dental/Life Insurance, Cafeteria Flex Plans, 401k retirement plan with guaranteed company match, PTO (Paid Time Off), and Wellness Program. For more information about Scottsbluff and Gering, Nebraska including housing, education, cost of living, daycare, recreation and over 200 other jobs in western Nebraska, please see www.wehavejobs.net Modify / Close Posting

Job Title: Family Support Worker Company: NOVA Therapeutic Community, Inc.  Location: Lincoln, NE Description: Family Support Worker NOVA TC is currently hiring for part time Family Support Worker. This position provides direct supervision and basic support and educational services to youth and their parents during scheduled visit times based on goals set by the case manager. This includes, supervising and interacting with parents and program members during the visit, teaching parenting skills, assisting with allocation of community resources and other duties requested by the case manager. Additionally, the Family Support Worker provides transportation for youth to and from visits as necessary.  A Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field is required. Modify / Close Posting

Job Title: Family Support Worker - On-Call Company: Location: Lincoln, NE Description: Family Support/Supervised Visitation Worker Duties: Plan and arrange sessions between children and families. Monitor all interactions to ensure the safety of children. Document interactions. Teach skills to assist families in meeting their goals. Work with other team members to assist families in achieving goals. Responsible for accurate and timely paperwork. use of personal vehicle for transporting children to family sessions. Hours: Varied. Typically afternoons, early evenings, weekends, potential overnight shifts randomly Requirements: minimum of an associates degree in human services or related field. must be 21 years or older. must pass extensive background checks. must pass a drug screen. The on-call position must work a minimum of 20 hours per month to apply please email resume and reference Family Support Worker On Call Position

Job Title: Early Head Start Family Advocate - bilingual Company: Lincoln Action Program  Location: Lincoln, NE Description: GENERAL Working directly with eitherSpanish or Arabic/Kurdish speaking low income families targeting pregnant women and children age prenatal to three years in either the home or child care settings. Support the families growth in parenting, child development, health, nutrition, education, and success in the workplace. EXPERIENCE Minimum of an Associates Degree in Human Development, Child Development or related field. Relevant experience may substitute for education requirement. Experience working directly with families, infants, toddlers and/or teens preferred. REQUIRED Ability to work well and integrate services with families and young children. Must be fluent in Spanish, Arabic, or Kurdish as well as English. Excellent communication skills including both verbal and writing skills. Valid Nebraska Driver’s License and good driving record as these positions may require driving to provide outreach services in Lancaster County. Due to driving requirement must be at least 21 years old. Must be sensitive to barriers that families living in poverty experience. Modify / Close Posting