Family Support Advocate - Home Visits & Impact

Lutheran Services in Iowa; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holidays with flex holidays

Flexible scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet insurance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) seeks a Full Time Family Support Specialist to serve Clinton County. The role centers on home visits, parenting education, advocacy, and connecting families to local resources to promote child health and development.

Preferred candidates hold a Bachelor's in health/human services or education, or an Associate's with 2 years of related experience. In-home visits and phone contact are key responsibilities with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in health, human services or education.
• Associates degree with 2 years of related experience acceptable.
• Experience in family support or home visiting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to expectant parents and caregivers, providing parenting education and advocacy.
• Link families to local resources, promote child health and development, and problem-solve with parents.
• Meet with clients in the home and maintain contact via telephone.

Skills

Home visits

Parent education

Advocacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in health or human service-related field or education

Associates degree in health and human service-related field or education

Job description

Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) seeks a Full Time Family Support Specialist to serve Clinton County. The role centers on home visits, parenting education, advocacy, and connecting families to local resources to promote child health and development.

Preferred candidates hold a Bachelor's in health/human services or education, or an Associate's with 2 years of related experience. In-home visits and phone contact are key responsibilities with comprehensive benefits offered.