Healthy Families Family Support Specialist (1.0 FTE/8 hours/day)

High Desert ESD celebrates all cultures and languages and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regards to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.Healthy Families Family Support Specialist 40hrs / week, Mon-Fri, 250 days per year (pro-rated for remainder of 2024-25) Location : LaPine Rate as established by bargaining agreement, Classified Wage Schedule, starting rate $24.33 - $31.41 / hr DOE Benefits include family insurance package, sick leave, paid holidays, generous PERS contribution.Definition The Family Support Specialist provides parent education, support and resource and referral services that improve the quality of life and movement toward self sufficiency and positive parenting practices. This position will follow Family Support principles of practice to a) systematically assess family strengths and needs b) enhance family functioning by building trusting relationships, teaching problem solving skills and improving family support systems c) promote positive parent child interactions and d) partnering with other community agencies to coordinate appropriate services for families in need. This position will work closely with DHS Child Welfare Case Managers to coordinate safety plans for families at risk of child abuse. Qualifications This position requires at minimum an Associates degree (Bachelors degree is preferred) in a Human Service field (i.e., social work, sociology, psychology, early childhood, family studies). At least 2 years of social services or home visiting experience may be substituted for education. Must be able to bend, stoop and lift up to 50 pounds. Employee must have access to reliable transportation, and consistent attendance is required. Collaboration and team skills required. Preference will be given to applicants bilingual in English and Spanish.Classification ClassifiedReports To HFHD Program Manager / SupervisorPerformance Responsibilities Foster and build empathic, trusting relationships with all people in various situations Effective in written and verbal communication Must work independently in a variety of settings Maintain program boundaries and adhere to the values and beliefs of Family Support work Promote positive growth and change in families assigned to caseload in the following areas : quality of life issues, parent child interactions and knowledge of growth and development. Use systematic methods of assessing and evaluating needs for specialized services and refer to existing community agencies; monitor and evaluate all services families receive while enrolled in program and advocate when necessary. Effectively use Family Support Case Management methods (techniques and strategies) coaching, feedback interventions, teachable moments, and active listening to promote the families ability to problem solve on their own and achieve self sufficiency. Manage time, conflicts, crises and other situations to consistently meet the principles and values of Family Support programs : demonstrate confidence and creativity in difficult home situations so that program outcomes are met. Consistently focus on personal safety while home visiting; seek information and advise from collaborating partners regarding personal safety. Ability to remain calm and professional in high stress, crises situations. Demonstrate superior interpersonal communication skills with team members, including all levels of management, peers and collaborating partners. Terms of Employment Salary, benefits and vacation are established by policy, funding specifications and the collective bargaining agreement.

Salary : $24 - $31