Family Engagement Assistant

Vermont; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven agency dedicated to child welfare and family support as a Family Engagement Assistant. This full-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by facilitating safe and productive interactions between families. You'll be part of a supportive team that values work-life balance and family-friendly practices. With comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement, this position is ideal for those looking to contribute to their community while enjoying a fulfilling work environment. If you're passionate about helping families and have strong communication skills, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO Accrual from Day One

10 Paid Holidays

403(b) Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Associate’s Degree in Human Services preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and parents to needed services.
• Provide supported contact for families in office and community settings.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Documentation Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Human Services

Tools

Reliable Vehicle

Insurance Coverage

Job description

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Family Engagement Assistant

Apply locations Middlebury, VT time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR1264

Job Description:

Easterseals Vermont is the leading agency in the state in working hand-in-hand with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) to find family-centered solutions that promote child welfare and create safety and well-being.

Are you interested in doing meaningful, mission-driven work with families? Are you looking for an agency that ensures a good work-life balance and is family-friendly? Then come join our Easterseals Vermont team!

We are looking for a Family Engagement Assistant to join our team! Our work is challenging, but we strive to create strong teams and love to learn and laugh together! As a Family Engagement Assistant, responsibilities include transporting children and parents to needed services as well as providing supported contact for children and parents within office and community settings, to allow separated families to have safe and productive time with each other. In addition, Family Engagement Assistants may call family members when youth come into DCF custody, to assist in the development of a support network for those youth and their families. While we work closely with Department of Children and Families - Family Services Division, we have our own separate and comfortable offices!

An ideal candidate would have excellent communication skills (phone and in-person), be able to document work completed and be a strong team player. Training and supervision are provided.

Qualifications:

• This position requires a High School diploma or equivalent. (Minimum age of 18 years old.) An Associate’s Degree and experience in Human Services is preferred, but not required.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to pass a background check and fingerprinting are required.
• Your own reliable vehicle with insurance that meets our coverage limits is required.

Hours: This is a full-time, 40 hour/week position. Hours vary day to day between 8 am and 6 pm.

Compensation: $18 per hour plus mileage reimbursement at the federal rate.

What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
• PTO begins accruing on your first day!
• 10 Paid Holidays – includes a floating holiday of your choice
• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

To learn more about this role: please click on the blue “Apply Now” button below to submit your application. Difficulty submitting your application? Contact Jess: 603-260-4774 or [e-mail]

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