About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: Achieva Main Office - Pittsburgh, PA 15203Position Type: Full TimePay Rate: $23.00-$28.00/Hour
Work Schedule: Full-Time, 37.5 Hour Work Week
Location: Allegheny County with local travel
Up to $2000 Sign-On Bonus
Make a Meaningful Impact
Are you a mission-driven individual looking to make a difference in someone’s life? Achieva is seeking caring, compassionate, and reliable individuals to support people with disabilities in achieving independence, connection, and personal fulfillment. If you value flexibility, empowerment, and community-centered work, we welcome you to apply.
About Achieva
For over 70 years, Achieva has been committed to supporting and including individuals with disabilities and their families. We envision a community where everyone leads a life of personal significance. Achieva provides personalized services and opportunities that respect each person’s unique aspirations.
Position Summary
Responsible for working with families who have children enrolled in the Early Intervention program. Provide families with information, support and assistance; and work closely with the therapists and Service Coordination, to ensure the child’s and family’s needs are clearly identified and services found to meet those needs Reports to the Associate Director of Early Intervention.
Key Responsibilities
Explore family concerns, resources, and priorities and support the achievement of children and family outcomes.
Discuss with family and other professionals the family’s strengths, concerns, priorities and desired outcomes
Link family with appropriate services and resources as indicated on IFSP
Coordinate services with other agencies
Provide crisis intervention, when needed
Maintain accurate records for fee for service system and complete all necessary paperwork as required.
Act as a referral source for inquiries regarding services for children with developmental delays and disabilities.
Providing mentoring and support for intern or practicum placements
Attend training as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
The equivalent of a Masters degree in the social service field with one or more years of related experience. PA licensure required.
Act 33/34 and FBI clearances required.
Supervisory experience is helpful.
Valid license to drive in the state of Pennsylvania.
Why Join Achieva?
Meaningful Work: Directly contribute to the lives of people with disabilities
Inclusive Culture: Be part of a values-driven, supportive team
Comprehensive Benefits Include:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low employee contributions
Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions after one year
Employee Assistance Program for personal and family support
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays for work-life balance
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Achieva is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to creating a workplace and community where all individuals feel respected, included, and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
We are dedicated to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities
To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resources Department at 412-995-5000 ext. 650 or email jobs@achie
Other facts
About Achieva
VISION:
Achieva envisions a community where all people with disabilities lead lives of personal significance.
MISSION:
Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives.
CORE VALUES:
Respect: Value and celebrate everyone.
Passion: Be dedicated to Achieva’s mission and vision.
Ethics: Infuse integrity, quality and best practices in everything we do.
Change: Embrace and drive innovation toward inclusive person-centered practices.
Team: Inspire, challenge and support each other.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
Person Centered: Create and nurture a culture throughout ACHIEVA that promotes person-centered thinking and planning and in how we provide support.
Advocacy: Ensure that advocacy remains a foundational part of the organization, is supported by sustainable funding and staffing, and focuses on individual advocacy and important system advocacy issues.
Impact: Identify, develop and pursue new and innovative initiatives that stretch Achieva’s abilities to fulfill its vision and mission.
Staff: Implement enhanced strategies to attract, develop and retain the highest quality staff.
Diversity: Develop and pursue a diverse and inclusive culture throughout the organization.
Technology: Leverage technology to enhance all aspects of the organization and services/supports.
Advancement: Develop and pursue an advancement agenda that enhances Achieva’s financial position, community presence and leadership.
What you'll do
- The Social Worker will work with families of children in the Early Intervention program, providing support and assistance while coordinating services with other agencies. They will also explore family concerns and link them with appropriate resources.
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