Visit Support Worker (Part-Time)

About Us

KidsPeace is a private charity dedicated to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have offered psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment programs, accredited educational services, and foster care programs. Our team works in an environment defined by compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering hope and healing.

Position Overview

The Visit Support Worker provides supervision and support for family visits within the Family Visitation Program. This role is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants while monitoring and facilitating visits in accordance with the guidelines established. The Visit Support Worker observes and assesses family interactions, provides education and support as appropriate, and maintains accurate and timely documentation of all visits. Responsibilities include supervising visits in various settings, transporting clients, attending case meetings, testifying in court when required, participating in training and supervision, and maintaining communication with agency supervisors, DSS representatives, and other involved parties. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to all KidsPeace policies and procedures.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation, $19.53 per hour.
• Generous PTO
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and even pet insurance
• Professional Growth Opportunities – Ongoing training, development programs, and clear pathways for career advancement
• Supportive Culture – A team environment built on collaboration, respect, and compassion

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and secure environment. Act immediately to remove all dangers or threats to the welfare of kids and families. Use good judgment and clear communication when a safety intervention is required. Inform all appropriate parties in a timely manner.

• Provide the level of supervision to families and children according to the guidelines set forth by the referring party and KidsPeace.

• Use good judgment and excellent communication skills to ward off impending crises. Properly manage crisis situations. Intervene effectively when the guidelines for the visit are not being followed.

• Document all visits in a timely fashion according to program standards. Attend to all agency paperwork requirements.

• Transportation of clients is required, according to KP policies and Virginia State laws.

• Communicate all relevant client information to appropriate parties on a timely basis.

• Communicate effectively with collateral contacts, in case meetings, at court proceedings, and in supervision. Modeling appropriate parenting and communication skills in all interactions with children. Teaching appropriate methods of discipline, proper boundaries, and treatment strategies appropriate for the client and client family.

Qualifications

1. High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.

2. Valid Driver's License with a reliable means of transportation with liability insurance in a minimum amount of

$100,000/300,000.

3. Six months of experience with children and/or families preferred.