What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Specialist position at HELIX HUMAN SERVICES INC?
Job Description
Job Description
Family Support Specialist
Family Support Worker is responsible for providing an integrated continuum of family-strengthening supports in community / home settings. Provide supervised visits towards the goal of reunification and improved family functioning. Provide parent education and supports to achieve and maintain family stability, reduce the risk for abuse, neglect, and disruption in families, and assist family in accessing community resources and developing formal / informal supports. Maintain a caseload of assigned families to include over 50% cases where Spanish is the preferred language and serve as the liaison to and work collaboratively with external collaterals, referral sources, and other team members to achieve program objectives.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in related field preferred, with relevant work experience.
- Bilingual Preferred – Spanish Speaking
- Excellent communication skills, and an ability to demonstrate understanding and empathy.
- Good organizational skills and be prepared to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team.
Competitive Salary / Comprehensive Benefit Package
Helix Human Services is an inclusive organization. LGBTQIA and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply!
Helix Human Services is dedicated to providing trauma-informed therapeutic and educational services to diverse children and families, building the foundation for lifelong success at home, school, and the community.
