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Family Support Worker I

Employer
Center for Black Women's Wellness, Inc.
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Closing date
May 9, 2019

Job Details

JOB DESCRIPTION:  Family Support Worker I

The Center for Black Women’s Wellness is a community-based nonprofit organization that is committed to enhancing the health and well-being of Black women. The organization provides several comprehensive programs that are designed to educate, empower and inspire participants to make positive changes in their lives and the lives of their families.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Care Management Coordinator, the Family Support Worker is responsible for providing case management to the Atlanta Healthy Start program participants.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conducts risk assessments and screenings (ex. depression screening) with clients
  • Utilizes home visitation curriculum and conducts structured,  scheduled home visits with pregnant and postpartum  clients
  • Provides education and materials to clients on maternal and infant health-related topics
  • Develops rapport with clients, while maintaining appropriate boundaries
  • Maintains accurate and updated files for all assigned cases
  • Inputs client data into database system in a timely manner and generates reports
  • Refers clients to appropriate health and/or social service agencies (ex. WIC, family planning), and conducts follow up to track services received
  • Attends monthly AHSI CAN/Consortium meetings and reports on case management updates
  • Identifies new referral sources and resources for clients
  • Coordinates with Care Management Coordinator and Nurse Consultant on health related issues
  • Coordinates with Wellness Program Manager and Health Educator to identify and address health education needs of clients
  • Assists in the coordination of client group meetings and activities
  • Participates in ongoing training to remain current on maternal and infant health issues
  • Performs other duties as assigned and necessary for successful program administration and delivery

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent with at least three (3) years of case management work experience in a community, educational or medical environment   AND/OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, or social/human services
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with Atlanta’s metro area and surrounding Fulton County (e.g., East Point and College Park)
  • Knowledge of Metro Atlanta community resources

BENEFITS

  • Health, vision and dental insurance
  • Paid holidays (included office closed with pay December 24th – January 1st each year)
  • 401K Plan
  • 35 hour work week
  • Generous vacation and sick time.

Salary is commensurate with experience.  Interested applicants please submit resume and cover letter by clicking the "Apply" button.

Company

Vision

To eradicate inequities preventing women from being whole, healed and well.

Mission

To improve the health and well-being of underserved Black women and their families.

About Us

Over the past 30 years, the Center for Black Women’s Wellness has created a legacy in the Atlanta community. This legacy is one which ensures that women and families will always have access to quality healthcare. We know physical, mental, emotional, and financial health is the foundation for full and productive lives, where individuals can thrive and not merely survive. Our programs, incredible staff and volunteers, and host of partners and service providers address those areas with excellence. We believe in the promise of the individuals we serve, knowing that as their health and overall wellness improves, families and communities become stronger.

Company info
Website
Telephone
(404) 688-9202
Location
477 Windsor St SW
Suite 309
Atlanta
GA
30312
US

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