Compassionate Family Support Advocate

YWCA of Hawai'i Island; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly workplace

Growth and development opportunities

Meaningful community impact

Job summary

YWCA of Hawai'i Island seeks a dedicated Family Support Specialist to provide home-based services to families under the Clinical Supervisor. You will work with a collaborative team to deliver culturally sensitive support and advocacy per Healthy Families Program policies.

You will build trusting relationships, guide parenting and child development, refer families to community resources, document observations, and participate in ongoing trainings. Some evenings or weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based services to families in accordance with Healthy Families Program policies.
• Schedule and conduct home visits, ensuring services are culturally sensitive and meet family needs.
• Foster positive, trusting relationships with families, offering guidance on parenting and child development.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address identified risk factors and family needs.
• Communicate observations related to child safety, mental health, domestic violence, and substances to team members.
• Refer families to relevant community resources (e.g., DHS, WIC) and support transitions to other services.
• Participate in staff meetings and Family Goal Plan reviews; track progress and document updates.
• Maintain confidential records per program standards and complete required documentation.
• Attend required trainings and duties; some evening and weekend work may be required.

Job description

YWCA of Hawai'i Island seeks a dedicated Family Support Specialist to provide home-based services to families under the Clinical Supervisor. You will work with a collaborative team to deliver culturally sensitive support and advocacy per Healthy Families Program policies.

You will build trusting relationships, guide parenting and child development, refer families to community resources, document observations, and participate in ongoing trainings. Some evenings or weekend work may be required.