Family Services Counselor I - Home Visits & Support

Florida; Clearwater (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Nine paid holidays and one PersonalaH

State group insurance options

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Florida Department of Health seeks a Human Services Counselor I in Clearwater to establish trusting relationships with diverse families and provide essential case management for pregnant women and infants. The role involves face-to-face contact in clinical or home settings, plus parenting, breastfeeding, and cessation education, with diligent documentation in the Well Family System.

Ideal candidates have experience in counseling, working with high-risk families, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in counseling techniques.
• Experience with pregnant women and children.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
• Good computer skills and documentation experience.
• Experience in interviewing and needs assessment.
• Knowledge of community resources.

Responsibilities

• Establish trusting relationships with diverse families and maintain regular client contact.
• Provide case management to pregnant women and infants referred to Healthy Start.
• Face-to-face contact with clients in OB offices or at home.
• Provide one-on-one parenting education.
• Provide breastfeeding and tobacco cessation education.
• Document client interactions in the Well Family System.
• Provide referrals to community resources.

Skills

Counseling

Pregnant families

Problem solving

Teamwork

Computer skills

Interviews & assessments

Community resources

Education

Associates Degree in Social Services

Tools

Well Family System

Job description

Florida Department of Health seeks a Human Services Counselor I in Clearwater to establish trusting relationships with diverse families and provide essential case management for pregnant women and infants. The role involves face-to-face contact in clinical or home settings, plus parenting, breastfeeding, and cessation education, with diligent documentation in the Well Family System.

Ideal candidates have experience in counseling, working with high-risk families, and strong communication skills.