Family Engagement Specialist

Easterseals NH; Middlebury (VT); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PTO accrual begins day one

9 paid holidays + floating holiday

403(b) employer match up to 3%

Tuition reimbursement after one year

Student loan repayment for qualifying:

Wellness programs: nutrition, weight/t

Résumé du poste

Easterseals Vermont is seeking a Family Engagement Specialist to empower families through in-home support and guided family meetings. You will work to strengthen family dynamics and build community connections in the home setting.

You will coach parents with children in DCF custody, coordinate with extended family for support, and develop genograms while receiving extensive training and ongoing supervision to balance mission with work‑life harmony.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in human services or related field.
• Two years of human services experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and background check.
• Own reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance.

Responsabilités

• Facilitate family meetings and provide in-home support to strengthen families.
• Coach parents to have safe, nurturing time with children in DCF custody.
• Call extended family to explore support and create genograms.
• Collaborate with the Department of Children and Families and work under supervision.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Formation

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Description du poste

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 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 preferred
• Two years of human services experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills
• Valid 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 & 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

EOE