What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Specialist - Baby's Best Start (4262) position at Center For Family Services?
Center For Family Services is a leading non-profit social services provider with locations across New Jersey. We are dedicated to making a positive and lasting impact in the lives of individuals and families. Recognized as a top workplace, our team is driven by a professional commitment to delivering high-quality care and support.
Over the past decade, we have continued to grow and evolve, expanding our services to meet the diverse and changing needs of our communities. Our comprehensive range of evidence-based and specialized programs empowers people to build brighter futures and overcome life's challenges.
With a passionate and dedicated workforce of more than 1,500 professionals, Center For Family Services is a powerful force for positive change-helping individuals and families discover vision, hope, and the strength to thrive.
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Position Summary:
Center For Family Services is seeking an organized, caring individual to join our Baby's Best Program as a Family Support Specialist. The Family Support Specialist will provide assistance and guidance to families in the program, follow up calls and connect them to community resources of support. This is a part time position.
Location: East Orange, New Jersey
Job Status: Part Time
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works directly with families in the program to ensure their needs are met, family goals are reached, and to reinforce lessons learned in the Saturday classes.
- Provides case management services. Completes home visits with families to program participants.
- Make friendly follow-up phone calls to program graduates.
- Links families to supportive services that help stabilize
- Up to 75% travel is required with mileage reimbursement.
Requirements:
- Associate's Degree required
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- At least two years of experience working with the program population required
- Experience Preferred: At least two years of experience working with the program population
- Excellent driving skills and current driver's license with a driving record of at least three years
- A vehicle with current insurance and registration
Benefits:
At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*
- Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
- 401k Plan
- Medical insurance plan options
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Prescription Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health & Wellness Activities
- Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
- Opportunity for advancement
Disclaimer Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
