What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Specialist position at Good Life Counseling & Support, LLC?
FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER
Good Life Counseling & Support is seeking independent, motivated, self-driven, goal-oriented people to join us in a wonderful team environment in our Norfolk office!
Having a career in the field of Human Services is so important as we help struggling families overcome drug and alcohol abuse, domestic abuse, mental health, and behavioral challenges.Full-time includes day, evening, and weekend hours working to improve the lives of families.
Extensive travel is involved.
Potential Employees should have knowledge of:
Ø Ages & stages of Children
Ø Non-physical forms of discipline & Conflict Resolution
Ø Household Maintenance: Budgeting & Money Management
Ø Community Resource Identification
Family Support duties may include one or a combination of the following:
Ø Achieve a healthy and safe home environment
Ø Teach proper care /hygiene
Ø Safety and management of children
Ø Improve communication
Ø Anger & Stress Management
Ø Connect with local support systems
Ø Coordinate, arrange &/or provide transportation
Ø Provide training to families to ensure positive and productive interactions
Compensation and Full-time Benefits:
Ø $16 - $19 per hour plus overtime available
Ø Start with three weeks paid vacation, one-week sick leave and 10 paid holidays
Ø Medical/Dental insurance (company pays 90% individual and 70% family)
Ø IRA (Company match)
Credentials/Qualifications:
Ø Bachelor’s degree preferred with experience working with children and families; or an Associate’s degree with one year of experience in human services or related flied; or a high school diploma/GED with at least two years of experience of job related or lived experience.
Ø Ability to clear all background checks: Child & Adult Abuse/Neglect Registry, State and Local Criminal Records Checks, Sex Offender Registry, Drug Screening and have a clean driving record. A criminal history does not automatically exclude you from employment with Good Life Counseling & Support, however, failure to disclose will.
Good Life Counseling and Support is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Norfolk, NE 68701
Salary : $16 - $19