Job Highlights

• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Ability to make a difference in the community
• Unique work environment with a diverse group of individuals and backgrounds supporting each other in moving the agency vision forward

Preferred Experience

• A minimum of two verifiable years of paid experience working with families of children who have a developmental disability is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in a related Social Services field is preferred.
• Bilingual fluency (verbal) in Spanish preferred
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving, organizational skills, goal-setting, professionalism, ability to meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with team members.
• Experience in working with and knowledge of community resources- especially in the Santa Paula and Fillmore area

Who We Are

In it's 20th year of service, Channel Islands Social Services (CISS) is an agency dedicated to creating and supporting better lives for families and individuals with developmental disabilities. As a Family Support Specialist you will be joining an award-winning agency that has been serving families across Ventura County!

To learn more about us visit our website: www.IslandSocialServices.org

What does a Family Support Specialist do?

The Family Services Department seeks a considerate, mature applicant who demonstrates professionalism, compassion and respect for primary caregivers, children and adults involved in various social service systems such as but not limited to the following: regional center, behavioral health, and foster care youth.

Occasionally performs work in the community at events and meetings.

Exhibits proficient communication in all forms of interactions with the families, staff, and partner agencies.

Works closely with other administrative staff to fulfill recruitment and matching tasks, as well as interviewing applicants for the Respite Caregiver position.

Provides guidance and training over the phone and in person to staff in the field as needed.

Exercises integrity, good listening skills, timely follow-up, a caring attitude and teamwork at all times.

Additional details

• Full Time Position (40 hours)
• Hybrid work available once probation period has been completed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adolescents
• Adults
• Children

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to authorize a background screening post offer?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Developmental disabilities: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Second Language (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person