Family Support Specialist - Healthy Families

Family Support Specialist - Healthy Families Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change. At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission‑driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth. Benefits at Eliot Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources Financial Security – 100% company‑paid life and accidental death insurance Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development Eliot is seeking passionate Family Support Specialists to join our Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (MSPCC) division. You will be working with our Healthy Families program, a parenting education initiative designed to help young, first‑time parents (up to 23 years old) create a stable, nurturing environment for their child. In this role, you will provide personalized support and guidance in the family’s home that teach parents about pregnancy, proper baby care, nurturing and attachment, effective parenting skills, and provide parents with information about healthy child development. Responsibilities Educate parents on optimal health, growth, and development during infancy and early childhood Encourage positive parenting skills, enhance parental health and wellness, and improve educational attainment Assist parents with setting and achieving goals related to education, work and housing Connect families with essential community resources, including educational, employment, financial, housing, and medical services Encourage co‑parent involvement in program groups and activities Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Experience working with children and families Valid Massachusetts driver’s license Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred Bachelor’s degree a plus; bilingual candidates fluent in a needed language may be eligible for a 6% salary increase Schedule & Compensation Monday‑Friday, 9am‑5pm with flexibility needed for occasional evening appointments. Hourly Rate: $20.60 USD – $21.75 USD. At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization. Apply today and make a difference. #J-18808-Ljbffr Eliot Community Human Services