Family Development Specialist (FADSS Specialist)

Family Development Specialist

West Central Community Action is now seeking a Family Development Specialist for our FaDSS Program.

Family Development Specialists work to provide a comprehensive system of support that empowers and nurtures families towards self-sufficiency while maintaining and building strong relationships.

This Full-Time, 40 hours per week & year-round position that will be based in Council Bluffs, Iowa. This position will be required to work with clients within our 10 county coverage area.

Position Requirements

• Specialists are required to conduct meetings with program participants within the participant's home.
• Ideal candidate should be organized and proficient in the ability to interpret rules and regulations as they pertain to programs that are directed at low-income families.
• Strong computer proficiency and working knowledge of web based programs required.
• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Social Work or Human Services preferred but not required.
• High School Diploma Required
• FaDSS Specialists are required to complete the Family Development Specialist certification training.
• Regular Travel within 10 county area may be required.
• Valid Driver's license and valid auto liability required

Benefits include: Health, dental and life insurance, 13 paid holidays, vacation/sick pay, IPERS and 403(B) retirement programs.

In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, West Central Community Action affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in any of its programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the Agency.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, covered veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at West Central Community Action are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Iowa, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations.

Neither this job posting nor any submission of your resume or letter of application should be construed as an offer, guarantee, or length of employment.

Iowa Community Action Association - West Central Community Action