Family Support Provider

About Company:

Since 1978, Hispanic Health Council has been championing health equity promotion and social justice in Connecticut through groundbreaking research and innovative health and human services. Our dynamic, culturally competent team creates lasting change in vulnerable communities through evidence-based programs and advocacy. Through our transformative initiatives, we're making an internationally recognized impact while offering meaningful careers with real growth opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference, there's a place for you here!

About the Role:

The Family Support Provider plays a crucial role in enhancing the well-being of families by offering guidance, resources, and support tailored to their unique needs. This position involves working closely with families to identify challenges and develop effective strategies to overcome them, ultimately fostering a nurturing environment for children and parents alike. The Family Support Provider will collaborate with various community resources and services to ensure families have access to essential support systems. By building trusting relationships, the provider will empower families to achieve their goals and improve their overall quality of life. The role involves providing home visiting services and includes a technical component, such as data entry, online data tracking, creating online guides, and generating reports for follow-up. The candidate should have experience, as data entry and goal tracking are essential aspects of the role. The end result of this role is to create a positive impact on family dynamics and contribute to the community's health and resilience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience working with families in a supportive or counseling role.
• Strong understanding of community resources and social services.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Work or a related field.
• Certification in family support or counseling.
• Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with diverse populations.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments to identify the needs and strengths of families.
• Develop and implement individualized support plans in collaboration with families.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance through regular check-ins and home visits.
• Connect families with community resources, services, and programs that can assist them.
• Facilitate workshops and support groups to promote family engagement and education.

Skills:

The required skills for this role include strong interpersonal and communication abilities, which are essential for building rapport with families and understanding their needs. Problem-solving skills are utilized daily to develop tailored support plans that address specific family challenges. Organizational skills are crucial for managing multiple cases and ensuring timely follow-ups with families and service providers. Preferred skills, such as cultural competency and bilingual communication, enhance the provider's ability to connect with a diverse range of families, making support more accessible. Overall, these skills contribute to creating a supportive and effective environment for families to thrive.