Family & Community Support Specialist

Durham County; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government in Durham, NC, is seeking a Community Social Services Assistant to support the DSS department with families and individuals in need. You will train households in budgeting, nutrition, and daily living skills, and connect clients to housing, transportation, and local services.

Requirements include at least one year of related experience or a two-year associate degree, plus a valid NC driver's license and a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in similar tasks.
• Two-year associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license with clean driving record and vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive services to families in DSS custody and supervise visitations.
• Transport clients to medical, dental, and therapy appointments.
• Offer in-home training on budgeting, housekeeping, and community resources.
• Assist with housing placement, day care logistics, and transportation details.
• Lead or assist group classes as needed for client education.

Skills

Resource connections

Social services knowledge

Housing resources knowledge

Reading and math basics

Assessment and judgment

Client rapport

Verbal communication

Education

Two-year associate degree

Job description

Durham County Government in Durham, NC, is seeking a Community Social Services Assistant to support the DSS department with families and individuals in need. You will train households in budgeting, nutrition, and daily living skills, and connect clients to housing, transportation, and local services.

Requirements include at least one year of related experience or a two-year associate degree, plus a valid NC driver's license and a vehicle.