About us

Established in 1988, AASK has a strong history throughout Maricopa and Pinal County. AASK's mission is building and strengthening families through relationship ensuring everyone has someone who cares. AASK is a non-profit organization licensed through the State of Arizona. Please visit our website at aask-az.org for more information about AASK.

Our work environment includes:

• Work-from-home days
• Growth opportunities
• Casual work attire
• On-the-job training
• Flexible working hours
• Lively atmosphere
• Safe work environment

AASK is seeking a full-time Family Specialist for Foster Care and Adoption Program. This position will work with families certified to adopt and/or licensed to provide foster care. Children in the homes have complex developmental trauma and may display behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities and /or medically fragile needs. The position requires but is not limited to: case managment, preparation of detailed assessments, family support and advocacy, education about trauma informed parenting, recommendation and facilitation of services, participation in team meetings, attending court, and meeting other needs expressed by family.

The Family Specialist conducts visits in the family home and is expected to provide both support to the family as well perform regulatory monitoring. Work is conducted in the field and candidates must have their own reliable transportation that enables them to travel to family homes located throughout the Valley. The position will be located in our one of the three offices; Phoenix, Chandler or Peoria. AASK reimburses employees for job-related travel.

AASK is not able to provide clinical supervision needed for application for LCSW as required by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.

Requirements

Candidates for this social worker position must have a Bachelor's degree in social work or closely related field. Experience with children in the U.S. child welfare or in case management is preferred, but not required. Bilingual candidates preferred but not required. Pay differential offered to applicants with bilingual (Spanish) oral and written fluency.

Salary range is dependent on experience, posted salary is base salary and AASK will honor experience for higher salary ranges. Quarterly bonus pay may result in $3000 additional pay annualy. Regular increases based on longevity and performancy.

Candidates for this position must have strong communication skills and will be asked to produce a writing sample as part of the interview process. Background screening and DMV history are required.

The successful candidate will have the ability to develop strong relationships quickly, work in a fast paced environment characterized by growth and change, and be self motivated.

AASK has a multi-step interview process for all applicants, including in person interviews and a writing sample. Preliminary telephone interviews may be arranged based on the discretion of the hiring manager.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Phoenix, AZ 85006: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Child welfare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Phoenix, AZ 85006

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