About the role
Pay: $20.00 to $20.00 per hour
Description
North Homes Children and Family Services is seeking dedicated and compassionate Visitation Monitors to join our growing Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange (SVSE) Monitor Team in Bemidji, MN. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and families by helping create a safe, supportive, and structured environment during supervised visits and safe exchanges between children and non-custodial parents.
We are currently hiring for multiple appointment types, with opportunities available ranging from full-time to part-time and casual/as-needed positions, based on candidate availability and program needs.
Starting pay:
$20.00 per hour.
Job Duties Include:
Monitor visits and exchanges between the visiting parent(s) and the child(ren)
Ensure the safety and well-being of the child(ren) at all times
Report any alleged or suspected child abuse and/or neglect in accordance with mandated reporting requirements
Serve as an unbiased third party between parents and provide accurate, objective, and factual documentation of visits
Intervene or end visits if program rules and expectations are not being followed
Complete required visit documentation and submit within expected timeframes
Conduct face-to-face or phone check-ins with families in their home, community, or school as scheduled
Communicate concerns or observations with the Visitation Coordinator and Program Supervisor
Maintain building security and cleanliness
Follow all program and agency policies and procedures
Complete required position- and agency-specific trainings
Attend and participate in consultation, program, and agency staff meetings
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
To be employed as a SVSE Visitation Monitor, an individual must meet all the qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
At least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license
High School diploma or GED required; a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in human services or related field is preferred
Experience working with children and/or families, human services, child protection, or related systems is preferred
Ability to pass a DHS background study and meet applicable requirements and regulations
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays
Necessary Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
Strong oral and written communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
Working knowledge of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, sexual abuse, trauma, substance use disorders, and mental health
Ability to remain non-judgmental in regards to lifestyle, culture, race and/or economic status
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Outlook Email
Ability to sit or stand for long periods at a time and work in a variety of settings, including indoors and outdoors