Bilingual Family Support Specialist

West Tennessee Healthcare; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN, is seeking a dedicated program assistant to support the Parents as Teachers initiative. Under supervision, you will strengthen parent-child relationships, improve parenting skills, and meet the needs of families at risk of abuse or neglect through home visits and referrals.

You will collaborate with social service agencies, document observations, and help families access medical and community resources.

Qualifications

• Must complete all Parents as Teachers training components during orientation period.
• Completion of all AIMHI-TN components recommended during orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a trusting relationship with families and maintains regular contact.
• Develops family case plans with goals, objectives, and activities.
• Assesses family dynamics and implements appropriate interventions.
• Coordinates with community resources and makes referrals.
• Documents observations and activities in the family file.
• Collaborates with agencies to provide comprehensive services.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Associate’s degree in child development or related field

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN, is seeking a dedicated program assistant to support the Parents as Teachers initiative. Under supervision, you will strengthen parent-child relationships, improve parenting skills, and meet the needs of families at risk of abuse or neglect through home visits and referrals.

You will collaborate with social service agencies, document observations, and help families access medical and community resources.