Glade Run Lutheran Services

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Family Group Decision Making Consultant (Personal Services)



*Work for a company that cares and receive a bonus! Family Group Decision Making Consultants may be eligible for a $500 new hire incentive bonus if hired and meet all qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Bachelor's Degree required within one year of start date, with major course work in sociology, social welfare, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, criminal justice, criminology, theology, nursing, counseling, education or other related social science or human services field.
  2. One to three years working with families in a mental health setting is required.
  3. One to three years case management experience required.

REQUIREMENTS

  1. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  2. Must have a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and access to a reliable automobile.
  3. Ability to adapt hours to needs of position.  May need to work evenings and/or weekends hours periodically including providing on-call emergency services on a rotating basis.
  4. Access to a telephone.
  5. Ability to remain organized despite pressured situations.
  6. Must be eligible for PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Clearance, Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form, and Act 168 Forms. 
  7. Must be able to identify with the agency's Mission Statement and support the agency's Core Values.
  8. Be able to work independently and as part of a team. 
  9. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards
CORE COMPETENCIES:
1.  Facilitation:
  • Guide families through the FGDM process, ensuring all participants feel heard and valued. 
  • Help families identify their strengths and concerns, and develop culturally sensitive plans. 
  • Work with families to identify individuals to participate in the FGDM process
  • Facilitate the FGDM meeting, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all participants.
2. Preparation and Coordination:
  • Prepare families and participants for the FGDM conference, explaining the process and purpose. 
  • Collaborate with families to identify and invite relevant family members, friends, and service providers. 
  • Ensure all participants are informed and prepared for the conference. 
3.  Support and Advocacy:
  • Provide ongoing support to families as they implement their plans. 
  • Advocate for families' needs and ensure their voices are heard. 
  • Connect families with resources and services that can support their goals. 
4.  Assessment and Planning:
  • Assist families in identifying and addressing concerns related to child safety, well-being, and permanency. 
  • Help families develop and implement plans that are culturally sensitive and meet their specific needs. 
5.  Monitor:
  • Collect and tracking data
  • Analyzing outcomes
  • Reporting back to GR and CYS etc.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of the family plan of the course of 30-60 days
6.  Collaboration:
  • Work collaboratively with other professionals, such as caseworkers, therapists, and service providers. 
  • Maintain open communication with all stakeholders involved in the FGDM process.
  • Support Family Empowerment Program 
  • Support with families case management needs
  • Support with program implementation and development
  • Support with On-Call rotation
Job Locations:
Butler and Lawrence Counties
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Who We Are: Founded in 1854 by the Rev. Dr. William Passavant in Zelienople, Pennsylvania, Glade Run has evolved over the last 170 years to meet the changing and increasingly challenging needs of children, adults and families throughout Western Pennsylvania and beyond.  Last year, Glade Run served over 7,000 individuals with impactful, innovative services in school, home, and community based settings. 
Glade Run uses the Sanctuary® Model as our blueprint for clinical and organizational change which, at its core, promotes safety and recovery from adversity through the active creation of a trauma-informed community while applying the following Sanctuary commitments within all aspects of our programming: Nonviolence, Emotional Intelligence, Social Learning, Democracy, Open Communication, Social Responsibility, and Growth and Change. Our recognition that trauma is pervasive in the experience of human beings forms the basis for Glade Run's culture as we focus not only on the individuals in which we serve, but equally on our staff and the systems who provide their treatment. Glade Run is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
What We Offer
(Must meet eligibility requirements- see policies/plan documents for complete requirements and eligibility)
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and paid holidays for full-time staff
  • 401K offerings with agency match at $1.00 per dollar contributed up to 3% of salary
  • Agency provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage for full-time staff
  • Voluntary benefit options; including Disability Insurance (Short-Term Disability), Cancer Coverage, Critical Illness, Medical Bridge, Accident Insurance, Life Insurance and Identify Theft Protection
  • Paid mileage reimbursement
  • Paid training and administrative time
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Licensure Supervision for FREE!
  • Free credentialing assistance
  • Quarterly productivity incentives
  • Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff
  • Flexible work schedules (as applicable)
  • Annual merit increases for eligible positions based upon the yearly budget
  • New Hire Incentive Bonuses
  • Employee Referral Bonus Incentives
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Approved Agency for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Partnership with Capella University offering scholarships, tuition discounts, and free professional
  • development opportunities
  • Opportunities for membership to civic/community organizations
  • As of August 31, 2024, a CARF Three-Year Accreditation has been awarded to Glade Run Lutheran Services for the following (programs/services): Case Management/Services Coordination: Mental Health (Adults, Children and Adolescents), Intensive Family-Based Services: Mental Health (Children and Adolescents), Outpatient Treatment: Mental Health (Adults, Children and Adolescents), Outpatient Treatment: Psychosocial Rehabilitation (Adults), Partial Hospitalization: Mental Health (Children and Adolescents)
  • Glade Run is Sanctuary certified – we provide a supportive, respectful environment for our clients and our staff where shared governance, open communication, social learning and responsibility, non-violence, emotional intelligence, and growth and change are paramount in all aspects of our programming.
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