PTH FACILITATION/MEDIATION SPECIALIST (FOSTER PARENT CHAMPION)

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PTH FACILITATION/MEDIATION SPECIALIST (FOSTER PARENT CHAMPION)

Clark County Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Job Description:

PTH FACILITATION/MEDIATION SPECIALIST (FOSTER PARENT CHAMPION)

Description

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Department of Family Services is seeking qualified candidates to apply for Foster Parent Champion. This position will assist other caregivers navigate the foster care system. The ideal candidate must be a licensed caregiver or licensed relative caregiver who has been licensed for two (2) years. The ideal candidate will have a general knowledge of resources in Clark County and be willing to attend Child and Family Team (CFT) and other similar meetings. A positive attitude and good communication skills are a must. Additionally, candidates must have a strong desire to build the Foster Parent Champion Program and help children and families along the way.

Clark County Department of Family Services (DFS) is the local public agency whose role is to help keep children safe. The agency was formed in July 2002 in response to the merger of state and county child welfare services.

Mission Statement:
Protecting children from abuse and neglect by partnering with our community to build safe, nurturing and stable families, to support family preservation when possible, to provide permanent families for those children who cannot safely return home and to ensure the well-being of children in our care.

Please Note: Part-time employment will not lead to permanent employment. Part-time hourly employees are used to fill positions normally less than twenty (20) hours per week. Part-time employees do not receive benefits.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

Licensing and Certification:
Must be a Licensed Caregiver or Licensed Relative Caregiver in the State of Nevada. Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at the time of appointment.

Background Investigation:
Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation. In order to work at the Department of Family Services, employees must not have any qualifying offense that violates the standards required by NRS 432B.198 and/or NRS 432B.199.

As indicated in NRS 432A.1773, any person hired to work in a licensed child care facility, who is responsible for the daily operations, administration or management of the child care facility must be at least 21 years of age.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

Working Conditions:
Work shifts may include day and swing shift (including Holidays).

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES



PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

PART-TIME AND TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES DO NOT RECEIVE BENEFITS.

Closing Date/Time: 1/7/2025 5:01 PM Pacific

Salary:

$15.00 - $25.00 Hourly
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