Part-time Case Aide

• Description You will have the opportunity to build relationships with 2-4 families and encourage them while sharing the message of hope that is in Jesus Christ.
• Typically, shifts start between 2:00 - 3:00 pm on weekdays and Case Aides must work either Saturday or Sunday each week.
• You will enable parents involved with the DCS system to see their child(ren) who have been removed from the home by facilitating a safe environment for positive interactions which leads toward family reunification.
• You will have the opportunity to build relationships with children while transporting them to and from visits with their parents.
• You will have a supportive network available to you (supervisors, mentors and teams) to discuss and process through incidents and cases.
• As a team, together we can grow and expand our knowledge, critical thinking skills and discernment in a ministry setting.
• You will be supervising visits (typically 2-4 hours in length) between the child and parent(s) while documenting interactions and behaviors that will be used to help determine the growth of the parents' parenting skills.
• You will have opportunities to support the family both physically (housing supports, food pantry resources, etc.) and spiritually (sharing the gospel and prayer, when the opportunity arises).
• You will assist families in following guidelines for the visit, which ensures a safe and enjoyable environment for the children and parents.

Qualifications

You have a minimum of a high school diploma. We prioritize calling and an ability to grow. You can effectively and consistently communicate via technology and in person. You are able to write clear and objective reports in order to provide documentation to the courts. Bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply. Salary/Benefits ABCS offers part-time benefits and competitive pay. You will start at $19/hour (which includes transportation, visit supervision, report writing, and case management time). You will also receive $0.44 reimbursement for all work miles driven and a monthly cell phone stipend. Part-time employees with Arizona Baptist Children's Services are eligible to elect any or all of the following voluntary benefits: Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and/or Telehealth insurance. All employees receive seven paid holidays per year and earn paid sick leave. Mission Action time (allowing staff to take paid time off to participate in mission trips, vacation bible school or other similar activities without losing any of their accrued time off). Access to our Employees Assistance Program through New Life Counseling. What makes ABCS such a great place to work? You can be part of an organization that models biblical core values in many different facets by honoring God in all we do, building relationships through trust and respect, being a good steward with what we have been given, and doing everything with excellence. ABCS has a framework of servant leadership where staff from all positions are intentional about building relationships and lifting each other up in prayer. You will have the ability to make an impact on the community by providing hope and care to hurting children and families. In addition to new hire training, ongoing training will be provided for you throughout the year. Leadership prioritizes spiritual development as well as personal and professional development. As a part-time employee you will have access to voluntary benefits (Telehealth, Vision, Accident and Critical Illness insurance) accrue sick leave, and receive 7 paid holidays. Leadership at ABCS believes that the missionary work that you do outside of your role at ABCS is an extension of the mission of ABCS. You will be eligible for mission action leave which allows employees to participate in mission activities, including VBS, and receive pay with no impact to your time off benefit.

Requirements

You are at least 21 years old. You fully agree with the ABCS Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Core Values and Guiding Principles. You are flexible and willing to maintain a non-traditional work schedule to meet the needs of parents and children. Must work afternoons, evenings and one weekend day. You currently have or are able to obtain a valid AZ driver’s license and a have clean driving record with no suspension or revocations within the past 39 months. You have a reliable personal vehicle and have valid auto insurance. You are able to lift and transfer up to 40 pounds independently. You are eligible to obtain a Level 1 fingerprint clearance card and have a clear criminal history per ABCS contracts with the State of Arizona. ABCS will pay the cost of fingerprinting for individuals who are selected. You are eligible to obtain CPR/First Aid training. ABCS will cover the cost of training. You are able to pass a TB and urine drug test. Arizona Baptist Children’s Services & Family Ministries (ABCS) strives to staff every position with qualified candidates who share our Statement of Faith and commit to our Core Values. Together we serve the full spectrum of Arizona families from unborn babies to seniors. At ABCS we know that the condition of our hearts is vital to our contribution to the mission. Calling and character will be prioritized to achieve the mission of providing hope & care to hurting children and families through Christ-centered ministries.