Family Engagement Specialist

Easterseals-Vt; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability

PTO

Paid holidays

Floating holiday

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Wellness programs

Job summary

Easterseals-Vt is looking for a Family Engagement Specialist to join our team in Vermont. You will facilitate family meetings and provide in-home support to strengthen families, coaching parents for safe, nurturing time with children placed in DCF custody.

You will also reach out to extended family and build genograms to map support networks. We value resilience and trauma-informed care, with extensive training and supervision provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Two years of human services experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record and ability to pass a background check; own vehicle with adequate insurance.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate family meetings and provide in-home support to strengthen families.
• Coach parents to ensure safe and nurturing time with children in DCF custody.
• Engage extended family to explore support and create genograms.
• Coordinate with Department of Children and Families - Family Services Division and support families in moment-to-moment needs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Parent coaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Job description

Job Description:We are looking for a Family Engagement Specialist 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 Specialist, you will be responsible for facilitating family meetings and providing in-home support to strengthen families in their homes. You will coach parents to have safe and nurturing time with their children who are placed in DCF custody, and support them to meet the needs of their children in the moment. You will also call extended family members to explore familial support and create genograms. While we work closely with Department of Children and Families - Family Services Division, we have our own separate and comfortable offices!We are searching for candidates who understand the complex issues facing families including past trauma, substance use disorders, domestic violence, mental health issues and generational poverty. Extensive training and supervision are provided.Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field preferredTwo years of human services experience preferredStrong interpersonal, communication and writing skillsValid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to pass a background check are required,Your own reliable vehicle with insurance that meets our coverage limits is required.Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. We are hoping for flexibility to support parents’ individual schedules. We support a healthy work/life balance in this job.Compensation: $22.00 - $25.75 hourly, dependent upon experience and education.What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & DisabilityPTO 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 employmentStudent loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employmentWellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessationEOE#INDESVT