Family Support Specialist (186)

Family Support Specialist (186)

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Location: Camden County, NJ

Job Type/Status: Full-Time (Expected to work non-traditional hours/days to meet the needs of the families)

Salary: $25.83 per hour

Position Summary

The Family Support Specialist (FSS) will work directly with families in the program to ensure their needs are met, family goals reached, and will maintain a long-term relationship with the family. Home Visitation will be conducted in-person in the home.

Duties and Responsibilities

• FSS will outreach families referred through Central Intake, a Service Provider or by word of mouth within 48 hours of receiving the referral and promptly document in FamSys.
• FSS will actively outreach referrals and assist in outreach activities such as resource fairs, speaking engagements, networking opportunities, etc.
• FSS will maintain a home visitation case weight of 26, or an enrollment of 18-21 families, depending on case weight.
• FSS will attend weekly supervision with their direct supervisor and participate in all staff meetings and trainings
• FSS will use a standardized screening tool to determine eligibility for home visitation services.
• Home visitation scheduled by level will occur primarily within the participant's home; each visit should last for at least one hour. Home visits should be in person, not virtual.
• FSS will assist in the planning and implementation of family group activities
• The interventions should be family-centered and strength-based.
• Home visitation documentation should be completed thoroughly within 48 hours of visiting the family.
• FSS will interview/conduct the F.R.O.G. scale with parents to identify strengths and risk factors to support the family throughout home visitation services. The F.R.O.G. scale should be completed at the second visit.
• FSS will participant in selected studies that are administered by PCA, DCF or John Hopkins.

• FSS links families to supportive services that help stabilize the home.
• FSS participates in professional seminars, conferences, workshops, etc. or in-service training programs. The FSS with an expertise may conduct trainings/seminars within her program and/or community.
• FSS conducts surveys with the community to determine needs and satisfaction with services at the Center

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED equivalent with two years of experience in working with children (ages 0-3) and families or,
• Bachelor's degree or higher

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license in good standing Must have and maintain valid automobile insurance/registration if driving personal vehicle
• Preferred - current CPR certification

Benefits:

At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

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Disclaimer Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.