Family Engagement Specialist

Family Engagement Specialist page is loaded## Family Engagement Specialistlocations: White River Jct, VTtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR2111**Job Description:**We are looking for a **Family Engagement Specialist** to join our team! Our work is challenging, but we strive to create strong teams and love to learn and laugh together! As a Family Engagement Specialist, you will be responsible for facilitating family meetings and providing in-home support to strengthen families in their homes. You will coach parents to have safe and nurturing time with their children who are placed in DCF custody, and support them to meet the needs of their children in the moment. You will also call extended family members to explore familial support and create genograms. While we work closely with Department of Children and Families - Family Services Division, we have our own separate and comfortable offices! We are searching for candidates who understand the complex issues facing families including past trauma, substance use disorders, domestic violence, mental health issues and generational poverty. Extensive training and supervision are provided. **Qualifications:*** Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field preferred* Two years of human services experience preferred* Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills* Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to pass a background check are required,* Your own reliable vehicle with insurance that meets our coverage limits is required.**Hours:** Full time, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. We are hoping for flexibility to support parents’ individual schedules. We support a healthy work/life balance in this job. **Compensation:** Starting $20.96 hourly. Additional compensation is based upon experience and degree ($21.46 for Associate’s degree; $21.96 for Bachelor’s degree; $23.46 for Master’s degree).We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability* PTO begins accruing on your first day!* 10 Paid Holidays – includes a floating holiday of your choice* 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%* Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment* Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment* Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco View email address on click.appcast.io EOE#INDESVTBecome part of a dynamic team dedicated to elevating all abilities, empowering lives, and fostering positive impact in the community.Join the Easterseals NH & VT family, where your passion meets purpose.Easterseals New Hampshire and Vermont elevates people of all abilities. We serve thediverse needs of approximately 18,000 children, adults, seniors, families, and veteranseach year.We provide services across two states, and our programs cover areas like earlyintervention, autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, adult day andin-home care, behavioral health, family-centered practices for child welfare, housing,and substance use disorders.We help people in New Hampshire and Vermont live their best lives.Joining Easterseals NH & VT presents an opportunity to gain valuable experience, advance your career, and make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our organization provides various benefits and programs designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Explore our offerings here.We are honored to be recognized as a NH Veteran-Friendly Business and a recovery-friendly workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr