Family Support & Empowerment Specialist

Four Oaks Enterprise; Cedar Rapids, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Oaks Enterprise in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an experienced Family Support Specialist to provide supportive services that help families achieve self-sufficiency across Linn, Johnson, Washington, Benton and Iowa Counties.

You will perform family support, skill development, life skills advocacy, and care management, including home visits, goal setting, assessments, and connecting families with community resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a social services related field or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in human services or related field.
• HS diploma/GED with 5 years in social/human services.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly home visits with families.
• Identify community resources available and how to access.
• Document service delivery and progress including objectives of treatment and intervention strategies.
• Teach basic living skills, including financial management & employment skills.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services related field

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in human services related field

High School diploma/GED + 5 years experience in social services

Job description

Four Oaks Enterprise in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an experienced Family Support Specialist to provide supportive services that help families achieve self-sufficiency across Linn, Johnson, Washington, Benton and Iowa Counties.

You will perform family support, skill development, life skills advocacy, and care management, including home visits, goal setting, assessments, and connecting families with community resources.