Family Engagement Assistant

Easter Seals Vermont, Inc.; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO accrual

Holidays

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Wellness programs

Job summary

Easterseals Vermont, Inc. is seeking a Family Engagement Assistant to transport children and parents to services, provide supported contact in office and community settings, and help separated families stay connected.

The role emphasizes strong communication and teamwork to support youth and families. The position includes documenting work, coordinating with DCF-related activities, and training with supervision provided.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s Degree and experience in Human Services preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record; background check and fingerprinting required.
• Own reliable vehicle with insurance that meets coverage limits required.
• Excellent communication skills (phone and in-person) and strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and parents to needed services and provide supported contact in office and community settings.
• Assist in developing a support network for youth and families when in DCF custody.
• Call family members to coordinate services and communication.
• Participate in training and supervision provided by the agency.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Transportation/Driving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

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 position, 30-40 hours per week. We can consider candidates interested in part-time, if desired.

Compensation

$18 - $19 hourly, based upon experience.

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
• PTO begins accruing on your first day!
• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice.
• For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.
• 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

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