What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Worker position at Children & Families of Iowa?
Description
Join a team with Children & Families of Iowa and our mission of Restoring hope, Building futures and Changing lives and have meaningful purpose in your work. As a Family Support Worker, your work will impact families who have experienced trauma and significant life challenges. You will meet children, parents, foster parents and many others who work to keep families together.
$17.00/hour ($17.50 for bi-lingual applicants)
- 80 hours of paid vacation after only 90 days of employment, with up to 160 hours with service.
- 80 hours of paid sick leave within the first year of employment, with up to 480 hours of accumulation
- 8 paid holidays!
- Generous bereavement paid time off
- Excellent mileage reimbursement rate for work travel
- 401k retirement benefit
- Life insurance
- Variety of work environments including a combination of working from home and in person.
- Tools to do your job-laptop, cell phone and mileage reimbursement, or company car option.
An Example of Responsibilities:
- Provide family transportation and family interactions.
- Provide necessary crisis intervention services.
- Coordinate and schedule interactions and meetings with families and FCS team members.
- Write and submit case specific documentation as required.
Children & Families of Iowa does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, identity, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, political belief, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum of a High School Diploma with 1-year human services type of experience with children and/or adult dependents required. An associate degree with 6-month preferred experience, or bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred. Ability to work independently and effectively handle emergency situations. Above average verbal and written communication skills and be able to meet deadlines. Your own access to reliable internet service is required to perform the administrative related tasks or be present in one of our offices.
Candidates with a diverse background and ability to speak other languages are encouraged to apply!
Ability and willingness to drive and transport clients. Must have a valid driver’s license, ability to provide proof of auto insurance with liability coverage for client transportation and maintain a safe driving record.
Salary : $17 - $18
