Family Support Advocate — Transforming Families

Four Oaks Family and Children Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); Sur place; USD 19 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Four Oaks Family and Children Services in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to help families stay safely connected and supported. You’ll supervise visits, coordinate resources, and document progress to inform care planning.

You’ll work with Parents, Children, and extended family, promoting healthy relationships, transportation support, and collaboration with a team of specialists to achieve reunification goals.

Qualifications

• Empathy and warmth when working with families.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with parents, children, and professionals.
• Good observation skills to notice progress and concerns.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsabilités

• Supervise and support meaningful interactions between parents, children, and siblings to strengthen family bonds.
• Encourage healthy and safe visits by providing a supportive environment.
• Connect families with community resources and services for long-term stability.
• Advocate for children and families as they navigate challenges and pursue goals.
• Assist with scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and providing transportation when needed.
• Collaborate with Family Support Specialists, Intervention Specialists, and other professionals to help families achieve outcomes.
• Observe and document progress with accurate, objective notes.
• Maintain communication with parents and caregivers to encourage engagement.

Connaissances

Empathy

Communication

Observation

Team collaboration

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Description du poste

Four Oaks Family and Children Services in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to help families stay safely connected and supported. You’ll supervise visits, coordinate resources, and document progress to inform care planning.

You’ll work with Parents, Children, and extended family, promoting healthy relationships, transportation support, and collaboration with a team of specialists to achieve reunification goals.