Family Connection Consultant/Nurturing Parenting Practitioner Mohave/Kingman

in Mohave County, AZ

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION 

A Family Connection Consultant (FCC) Nurturing Parenting Practioner (NPP) works with families and their children through 
home/virtual visitation to deliver the Family Connections and/or Nurturing Parenting Curricula.  As a consultant/practitioner, they
will provide individualized services to best meet the family needs in accordance with the model and curricula. Meeting families at
time that are convenient to the families within the stipulated periods per the model and contract. The expectation is that under 
this role the FCC/NPP is able to maintain a caseload of 6-10 families, and be able to deliver weekly visits as well as complete data 
entry within established timeframe policies.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Family Connection Consultants and Nurturing Parenting Practitioner will implement Family Connections (FC) model and 
  Nurturing Parenting curriculum with fidelity and follow all program and agency policies and procedures.
• Implementation of the program in accordance with contract requirements and DCS Standards of Practice.
• Family Connection Consultant/Nurturing Parenting Practitioner will conduct Virtual and home visits and maintain a 
  caseload of 6-10 families.
• Complete individual virtual/home visits weekly and delivering FC/NP Curriculum. Frequency is determined through case 
  staffing with Program Director/Supervisor depending on the needs and supports of the family.
• Prepare for virtual/home visits and complete documentation of visit within two business days (48hrs) of completion of the 
  visit.
• Conduct virtual/home visits at time that is convenient for the family. This may include evenings and weekends.
• Complete all post visit documentation within two business days (48hrs).
• Maintain case records and data system in accordance with agency and program policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Initiate contact with referred families within 24hrs of referral and actively work to engage families in the program.
• Travel to and from home visits, program trainings and/or events using own vehicle and/or agency vehicle if available.
• Attend mandated virtual or in person trainings, which may include out-of-state travel.
• Connect families to resources that address their needs. 
• Maintain a positive working relationship with colleagues, administration, collaborative partners and others within the 
  community.
• Participate weekly 1 hour of individual in person or virtual reflective supervision and at a minimum one hour of group 
  supervision weekly.
• Attend and participate in all mandatory conferences, seminars, in-service training and program meetings.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities, such as File Review and provide constructive feedback in set 
  platform.
• Build and maintain relationships with community agency and partners to share program information and learn about 
  resources available for families (events/outreach as assigned).
• Follow agency dress code and overall agency policies including when delivering virtual services.
• Follow all health safety policies and procedures.    
• Maintain a safe, clean, and clutter-free work environment, including following fire codes.
• Maintain professionalism at all times.  
• Identify and develop professional goals with Program Director.
• Other duties as assigned by Program Director 

REQUIREMENTS  

1.  Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Family Studies, Early Childhood Education, or related field.  
2.  Have knowledge/experience in home visitation.    
3.  Have knowledge/experience in parenting and child Development. 
4.  Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.  
5.  Have knowledge of community resources. 
6.  Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations. 
7.  Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with families, social service providers, collaborative partners, co-workers and Program Director.  
8.  Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and some weekends. 
9.  Ability to work effectively as part of a team.  
10. Comply with all agency and program policies and procedures including confidentiality, employee conduct, computer usage and 
      dress code. 
11. Meet program/department’s performance and productivity standards. 
12. Attend required agency and program/department meetings. 
13. Adhere to the schedule agreed upon with the supervisor. 
14. Follow and model CFR’s core values. 
15. Participate in PQI initiatives. 
16. Must be eligible and able to obtain a Level one-fingerprint card. 
17. Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license, vehicle and meet agency liability insurance requirements 

ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting for extended periods daily; standing and walking short distances.
• Moderate twisting, bending, stooping and lifting up to 40 pounds in the performance of assigned duties.
• Ability to use a variety of office equipment and machines as referenced.
• Normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination required.
• Repeated hand-wrist movement required. 

The nature of the position involves a fast-paced working environment with multitasking of many different duties and tasks. General 
daily priorities may change at a moment’s notice and the position requires quick response time and flexibility. 

Disclaimer 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this 
classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so 
classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. 

Any offer of employment is contingent upon drug test and fingerprint clearance.