Family Centered Services-FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER-Ottumwa

Four Oaks Family and Children Services; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Oaks Family and Children Services is seeking a Family Support Worker in Ottumwa, IA. This role focuses on supervising parent-child interactions, coordinating appointments, and connecting families with community resources to promote long-term stability.

You will advocate for families, collaborate with a dedicated team, and help families work toward reunification and brighter futures. If you are compassionate, dependable, and a strong communicator, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• To qualify you must be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School diploma or GED plus 6 months experience.
• Prior education or experience related to social services is preferred but, not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Bring Families Together: Supervise and support meaningful interactions between parents, children, and siblings while encouraging healthy relationships.
• Be a Helping Hand: Assist families with scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and accessing transportation when needed.
• Connect Families to Resources: Help identify community programs, services, and support systems that promote long-term family stability.
• Be Their Advocate: Support children and families as they navigate challenges, overcome barriers, and work toward their goals.
• Work as a Team: Collaborate with Family Support Specialists, Intervention Specialists, and other professionals to provide consistent, family-centered support.
• Celebrate Progress: Observe and document family interactions, recognize strengths, and help support positive changes.
• Build Meaningful Connections: Maintain communication with parents and caregivers while encouraging positive family engagement.

Skills

Strong communicator

Compassionate

Dependable

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Family Support Worker

Be the Difference. Strengthen Families. Change Lives.

Looking for a career where your work truly matters?

At Four Oaks, we believe every family deserves the opportunity to grow, heal, and thrive. Sometimes, all it takes is someone willing to step in, offer support, and help families navigate life's challenges.

That's where YOU come in!

As a Family Support Worker, you'll play an important role in helping children and families build stronger relationships, work toward reunification, and create lasting connections. You'll be part of a dedicated team that believes in second chances, stronger families, and brighter futures.

This isn't just another job. It's an opportunity to make a difference, one family at a time!

What You'll Do

Every day brings a new opportunity to make a positive impact! In this role, you will:

• Bring Families Together: Supervise and support meaningful interactions between parents, children, and siblings while encouraging healthy relationships.
• Be a Helping Hand: Assist families with scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and accessing transportation when needed.
• Connect Families to Resources: Help identify community programs, services, and support systems that promote long-term family stability.
• Be Their Advocate: Support children and families as they navigate challenges, overcome barriers, and work toward their goals.
• Work as a Team: Collaborate with Family Support Specialists, Intervention Specialists, and other professionals to provide consistent, family-centered support.
• Celebrate Progress: Observe and document family interactions, recognize strengths, and help support positive changes.
• Build Meaningful Connections: Maintain communication with parents and caregivers while encouraging positive family engagement.

Why This Role Matters

Imagine being part of the moment a parent reconnects with their child, siblings spend meaningful time together, or a family takes another step toward being reunited.

Those moments matter. And so does the person helping make them possible.

At Four Oaks, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, build valuable experience in human services, and become part of a team committed to strengthening children, families, and communities.

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're compassionate, dependable, a strong communicator, and passionate about helping others, we want to hear from you!

Your next career could change someone's life. Maybe even your own.

Qualifications

What you need:

To qualify you must be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School diploma or GED plus 6 months experience. Prior education or experience related to social services is preferred but, not a requirement.