Role OverviewThe Family Service Worker will work as a member of a team with program staff and community resources to provide a continuum of services to children and families in an effort to strengthen and preserve families.
What You Will Do
Provide support and crisis intervention with families and children involved with the program, plan and implement activities that teach parents/guardians child development/child management, and work cooperatively as a member of a team with program staff and community resources.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have experience working with young children and low-income families, and the ability to assess individual and family needs, develop plans, and coordinate needed services to fulfill plans.
Requirements
- Associate, Baccalaureate or advanced degree from a recognized college or university with specialization in family support psychology, sociology, family life education, or social work
- Previous experience working with low-income families
- 1 year of case management experience
- Experience working with young children and low-income families
- Ability to assess individual and family needs, develop plans, and coordinate needed services to fulfill plans
- Good understanding of child development, common childhood behavior problems, and appropriate interventions
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible scheduling opportunities
- Team-oriented work environment
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