Children & Family Resource Specialist

Wisconsin Counties; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Near-Site clinic

Wisconsin Retirement System pension

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending

Dependent Care

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Chippewa County is seeking a Resource Specialist to support families of children and youth with special health care needs across 18 counties in western Wisconsin. The role involves identifying needs, connecting families with resources and services, and providing information and referrals to support ongoing care.

You will collaborate with community partners and professionals to strengthen access to resources and assist in developing and implementing public health programs for children and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 1 year experience navigating systems for CYSHCN.
• Parent or caregiver of a child/youth with special health care needs is preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Support families of children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) across 18 western Wisconsin counties.
• Identify needs and connect families with community resources and services.
• Provide information and referrals to support ongoing care.
• Collaborate with partners to strengthen access to resources and shape public health programs.

Skills

Systems navigation

Education

Associate's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Health, Nursing, Education, or related field

Job description

Chippewa County is accepting applications for a Resource Specialist with Children's Resource Center West (CRC - West), a regional program within the Public Health Department - Planning and Strategy Division.

As a Resource Specialist, you'll support families of children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) across 18 counties in western Wisconsin by helping identify needs, connecting families with resources and services, providing information and referrals to support ongoing care. You'll also collaborate with community partners, providers, and other professionals to strengthen access to resources and support the development and implementation of public health programs and initiatives that benefit children and families in Chippewa County and throughout the western region.

Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Health, Nursing, Education, or related field required. A minimum of one (1) year experience navigating systems for children and youth with special health care need required. Parent or caregiver of a child or youth with special health care needs is preferred. A valid driver's license is required. Visit www.chippewacountywi.gov to view the full position description and other job requirements.

Starting Wage: $24.08 - $26.17 per hour depending on qualifications. Maximum Wage: $31.40 per hour.

Benefits: Health Insurance offered through AmeriBen (Anthem BluePreferred Network) is a high-deductible plan and low monthly premiums. Includes Near-Site Clinic at ReforMedicine with $0 cost office visits, physicals, labs, etc. And physical therapy services at Doctors of Physical Therapy with $0 cost for visits! Wisconsin Retirement System pension! Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Disability Insurance offered. Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) of 7.09 hours earned bi-weekly! For more information on Chippewa County's Benefits visit: https://www.chippewacountywi.gov/197/Employee-Benefits