Family Mentor

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more

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Position Overview

• Provides for the safety, stability and well-being of children and
  
  

families during the referral period

• Delivers culturally competent services using a strengths-based
  
  

approach to children and families consistent with the evidence-based

practice models

• Meets DCF timelines to connect with the family and facilitate the
  
  

initial family meeting

• Engages and works in partnership with the case manager and family to
  
  

complete assessments

• Responds to calls and client emergencies as needed including being
  
  

on-call and working some weekends and public holidays as necessary

• Meets with clients at least once a week to offer one-one-one support
• Develops recovery plans, coping methods and rehabilitation services
  
  

with the client

• Facilitates treatment assessments and referrals and provides client
  
  

support in arranging for medical appointments, counseling, support

groups and other resources as needed

• Monitors the client\'s behavior, schedule, medication and activities
  
  

and reports any unusual behavior, conflicts or recovery deviations

to the relevant