Child Welfare Facility Guidance Specialist
じどうふくししせつしどうせんもんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who provides daily life support and guidance/advice toward independence for children residing in child welfare facilities.
Description
Child welfare facility guidance specialists work at child care facilities, infant homes, temporary protection facilities prior to foster care placement, and other child welfare facilities. They provide daily life support, academic guidance, psychological care, etc., to children admitted due to abuse or family environment issues. They create individual support plans, set and evaluate goals for children's growth and independence, and collaborate with parents, foster parents, schools, and related organizations to improve living environments. High communication skills and problem-solving abilities are required to empathize with children from diverse backgrounds and provide a safe and stable environment.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates and increasing public attention to child abuse, demand for personnel providing specialized support is expected to remain stable. From the perspective of community-based integrated care, multidisciplinary collaboration will become increasingly important, and the roles of highly specialized guidance staff are expected to expand.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Flexible in response / Keen observer / Patient / Proactive
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time / Night Shift / Regular Employee / Shift Work
Career Path
Child Welfare Facility Staff → Child Welfare Facility Guidance Specialist → Chief Guidance Specialist → Facility Director → Child Guidance Center Staff
Required Skills
Case Management / Child Observation Records / Coordination with Related Organizations / Creation and Implementation of Individual Support Plans / Psychological Care
Recommended Skills
Counseling / Crisis Intervention / Multicultural Understanding / Trauma-Informed Care
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to changes in children's situations and facility environments. |
| Communication Skills | To collaborate appropriately with children, parents/guardians, and related organizations. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because the ability to respond calmly even in emotionally burdensome situations is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical processing is minimal, and the focus is on document creation. |
Related Qualifications
- Child Guidance Staff Appointment Qualification
- Licensed Psychiatric Social Worker
- Licensed Social Worker
Aliases
- Child Care Facility Guidance Staff
- Child Guidance Staff
Related Jobs
- Caseworker
- Child Welfare Consultant
- Childcare Worker
- Life Support Worker