Family Mentor

Children-; Davenport (IA); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Children & Families of Iowa seeks a Family Mentor to support families affected by substance use, focusing on children under five. You will provide mentorship, encouragement, and consistent support as families navigate the child welfare system and access services in their homes and communities.

The role involves weekly home visits, collaboration with HHS workers, maintaining confidentiality, and documenting progress.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with data entry and accurate record keeping.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to meet all training and licensing requirements.
• Experience writing reports and/or testifying in court preferred.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Navigate in-home visits.
• Strong reasoning, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Provide individualized mentorship to families with children under age 5.
• Conduct weekly home visits and shared case management with HHS workers.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold mandated reporting standards.
• Help families access services outlined in their child welfare plans.
• Attend trainings and community-building activities.
• Offer crisis support and guidance as needed.
• Maintain documentation and submit data and reports.
• Build relationships with families, HHS staff, service providers, and legal partners.
• Participate in meetings and stay updated on community resources.
• Assist in data collection and grant reporting.

Conocimientos

Empathy

Lived experience

Communication

Documentation

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Descripción del empleo

Description

Are you passionate about supporting families affected by substance use and making a lasting impact in their lives? Do you bring lived experience, empathy, and a commitment to helping others navigate complex systems? Join our team as a Family Mentor and help build stronger futures for families involved in the child welfare system!

Why Join Us?

• Empower Families – Use your unique experiences and training to support families with young children facing substance use challenges.
• Be the Bridge – Work alongside Iowa’s Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to ensure families are supported through every step of their journey.
• Collaborative Culture – Join a team dedicated to trust, growth, and community-based support.
• Flexibility & Purpose – Enjoy a role that allows you to connect directly with families in their homes and communities while making a measurable difference.

What You’ll Do

As a Family Mentor, you’ll work one-on-one with families impacted by substance use who have children under the age of five. Your role is vital in providing mentorship, encouragement, and consistent support as they navigate the child welfare system and access needed services.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support and mentorship to families with children under age 5 who are impacted by substance use and involved in the child welfare system
• Conduct weekly home visits and shared case management duties with HHS workers
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold all mandated reporting standards
• Help families access services outlined in their child welfare plans
• Attend required HHS and START Program trainings and community-building activities
• Offer crisis support and guidance as needed
• Maintain timely documentation and submit weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly data and reports
• Build strong working relationships with families, HHS staff, service providers, and legal partners
• Participate in local, county, and statewide meetings and maintain active knowledge of community resources
• Assist in collecting data and completing grant-required reports

What You Bring to the Team

• Personal experience with prior involvement in the child welfare system
• Deep empathy and understanding of families facing substance use challenges
• Familiarity with local community resources or willingness to learn and connect with providers
• Ability to work independently while being part of a larger collaborative team
• Willingness to travel regularly
• Maintain strong boundaries and a high level of confidentiality
• Effective communication, writing, and interpersonal skills

Requirements

What You Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with data entry and accurate record keeping
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record
• Ability to meet all training and licensing requirements
• Experience writing reports and/or testifying in court preferred
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Navigate in-home visits
• Strong reasoning, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities

Be a part of something extraordinary!

Children & Families of Iowa does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

For additional information on Children & Families of Iowa, please see our website at www.cfiowa.org