Family Community Specialist Level II

villages; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Villages of Indiana is hiring a Family Community Specialist Level II to provide supportive services to foster child and family well-being. You will work with diverse families, develop individualized academic plans, and maintain accurate documentation.

The role requires 4 years of direct service experience, availability for evenings/weekends, and regular statewide travel within Indiana. A high school diploma is required. The organization emphasizes inclusivity and community collaboration.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 4 years full-time employment experience providing direct service to children and families, including service to families needing protection and care.
• Availability to work some evenings/weekends.
• Regular travel throughout Indiana and reliable transportation.
• Participation in a rotation of on-call responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive services to children and families including education, child development, homemaking, and child and family well-being.
• Work with hard to reach or resistant individuals and families.
• Develop a working knowledge of services available within each community for the child and family.
• Complete reports and documentation timely and according to organizational and contract standards.
• Gauge levels of academic needs and develop individualized plans for each child to reach academic standards.
• Utilize and grow knowledge of school and community academic resources to help children reach academic standards.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Family Community Specialist Level II

Salary: $37,000 - $42,000

The Family Community Specialist Level II will:

• Provide supportive services to children and families including education, child development, homemaking, and child and family well-being
• Work with hard to reach or resistant individuals and families
• Develop a working knowledge of services available within each community for the child and family.
• Complete reports and documentation timely and according to organizational and contract standards
• Guage levels of academic needs and develop individualized plans for each child to reach academic standards
• Utilize and grow knowledge of school and community academic resources to help children reach academic standards

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4 years full-time employment experience providing direct service to children and families. Experience must include service to families that need assistance in the protection and care of their children
• Availability to work some evenings/weekends.
• Regular travel throughout the state of Indiana and reliable transportation.
• Participation in a rotation of on call responsibilities

The Villages of Indiana offers a team-oriented environment for case managers, social workers, and other child, family, and social services professionals with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and benefits package.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. The Villages of Indiana, Inc. will honor all experiences, perspectives, and unique identities to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. Together, The Villages strives to foster working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The Villages is Indiana’s largest private non-profit provider of Child and Family services, including Foster Care. The Villages champions every child’s right to a safe, permanent, and nurturing home. We are committed to strengthening all families and embracing the dignity and diversity of every child, youth and family served.