A Blessing of Hope Family Services

Family Support Specialist – PT

A Blessing of Hope Family Services

part-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Kearney • New York • United States

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Salary

💰 $22 per hour

About the role

  • Supervise visits in the client home, community during the evenings (2pm-8pm) and weekends.
  • Provide engaging parenting skills assistance, help to strengthen a family’s bond.
  • Offer in-the-moment redirection and parent coaching to promote safe reunification.
  • Advocate for families, setting goals with assistance from caseworkers.
  • Document progress, report any concerns of alleged abuse/neglect.
  • Possibly testify in court as needed.

Requirements

  • Reliable Transportation to safely transport children and meet families.
  • Valid insurance and drivers license required.
  • Clear Communication and strong documentation skills.
  • Positive Rapport with families to build trust and provide meaningful support.
  • Education : Preferred Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field , But NOT Required !(Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Counseling, etc).
  • Experience : Prior experience working with kids, crisis intervention and conflict resolution, and knowledge of child development and the child welfare system.
  • Age Requirement : Candidates must be at least 21 years old.
  • Background & Driving Record : Clear criminal history and a driving record with no more than three points assessed.
  • Communication & Writing Skills : Strong written communication skills for accurate and unbiased documentation, as well as excellent verbal communication skills via phone and email.
Benefits
  • Mileage Reimbursement: 55 cents per mile
  • Drive Time: $18 an hour
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
crisis interventionconflict resolutionchild developmentchild welfare systemdocumentation skills
Soft Skills
clear communicationstrong documentationpositive rapporttrust buildingparent coaching
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Human ServicesSocial WorkPsychologyCounseling