Family Support Advocate: Build Safe Futures

Childrens Home Society of Florida; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth and professional development

Job summary

Childrens Home Society of Florida is seeking a Family Support Worker to aid in preventing child abuse and neglect in at-risk families by providing modeling techniques, education and supportive services. You will assist in maintaining client records, enter data into software, and support case management to ensure quality outcomes for CHS families.

The role involves transporting clients, conducting home visits, leading parenting and life-skill classes, and supervising children during visits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience working with children and families required.
• Experience in a social-services organization preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources and parenting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining client records and program documentation.
• Enter necessary information into required software systems.
• Provide appropriate modeling techniques, education and other supportive services.
• Assist Case Manager, Counselor or Social Worker with case management support services.
• Directly transport or arrange transportation of clients to visits and appointments.
• Monitor quality of care by contacting clients and conducting visits.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate educational classes (parenting, life skills, etc.).
• Co-lead parent/child play groups.
• Supervise children during visits or services as directed.
• Participate in weekly client staff meetings.

Skills

Planning & organization

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Childrens Home Society of Florida is seeking a Family Support Worker to aid in preventing child abuse and neglect in at-risk families by providing modeling techniques, education and supportive services. You will assist in maintaining client records, enter data into software, and support case management to ensure quality outcomes for CHS families.

The role involves transporting clients, conducting home visits, leading parenting and life-skill classes, and supervising children during visits.