Children & Families of Iowa

Counselor

• Conduct independent assessments of family strengths and needs using evidence-based tools
• Provide counseling and skill-building services to children and families
• Facilitate family interactions and support positive family relationships
• Provide crisis intervention services when needed
• Coordinate and schedule meetings with families, IHHS, and FCS team members
• Complete intake forms, assessments, case notes, and reports in electronic systems
• Collaborate with community partners to ensure families receive the support they need

Family Specialist – Counselor

Affiliate Manager

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Parent Partner Program in collaboration with the Statewide Director, Operations Coordinator, and HHS.
• Ensure that the program aligns with the Iowa Parent Partner Approach and supports families effectively while leading a dedicated team of Parent Partners.
• Implement the Parent Partner Initiative in accordance with the “Iowa Parent Partner Approach, Governing Philosophy, Policy and Protocol Guide for starting a Parent Partner Program.”
• Recruit, retain, and support a team of Parent Partners across your service area.
• Assign referrals and provide monthly one-on-one support and coaching to Parent Partners.
• Ensure compliance with all referral, documentation, and reporting processes.
• Schedule and facilitate monthly clinical support meetings for the Parent Partner team.
• Monitor completion of weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly tasks using standardized checklists and calendars.
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for Parent Partners, including speaking engagements and community involvement.
• Utilize statewide standardized handbooks, forms, and tools, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with HHS and attend required meetings, trainings, and local/statewide events.
• Work with Quality Assurance staff to ensure timely and complete data entry and program tracking.

Parent Partner Coordinator

• Implement the Parent Partner Initiative in accordance with the “Iowa Parent Partner Approach, Governing Philosophy, Policy and Protocol Guide for starting a Parent Partner Program.”
• Recruit, retain, and support a team of Parent Partners across your service area
• Assign referrals and provide monthly one-on-one support and coaching to Parent Partners
• Ensure compliance with all referral, documentation, and reporting processes
• Schedule and facilitate monthly clinical support meetings for the Parent Partner team
• Monitor completion of weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly tasks using standardized checklists and calendars
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for Parent Partners, including speaking engagements and community involvement
• Utilize statewide standardized handbooks, forms, and tools, ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Collaborate with HHS and attend required meetings, trainings, and local/statewide events
• Work with Quality Assurance staff to ensure timely and complete data entry and program tracking

• Conduct independent assessments of client strengths and needs using evidence-based tools.
• Provide counseling and skill development, as needed.
• Facilitate family interactions.
• Provide necessary crisis intervention services.
• Coordinate and schedule interactions and meetings with families, IHHS, and FCS team members.
• Complete and document case-specific intake forms, assessments, notes, and reports in electronic systems.

FCS Family Specialist – Counselor

• Oversee the Parent Partner program that uplifts families and empowers Parent Partners
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Parent Partner Program in collaboration with the Statewide Director, Operations Coordinator, and HHS
• Implement the Parent Partner Initiative in accordance with the Iowa Parent Partner Approach
• Recruit, retain, and support a team of Parent Partners across your service area
• Assign referrals and provide monthly one-on-one support and coaching to Parent Partners
• Ensure compliance with all referral, documentation, and reporting processes
• Schedule and facilitate monthly clinical support meetings for the Parent Partner team
• Monitor completion of tasks using standardized checklists and calendars
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for Parent Partners
• Collaborate with HHS and attend required meetings, trainings, and local/statewide events