Family Support Navigator — Reunification & Growth

Four Oaks Family and Children Services; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Oaks Family and Children Services is seeking a Family Support Worker in Ottumwa, IA. This role focuses on supervising parent-child interactions, coordinating appointments, and connecting families with community resources to promote long-term stability.

You will advocate for families, collaborate with a dedicated team, and help families work toward reunification and brighter futures. If you are compassionate, dependable, and a strong communicator, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• To qualify you must be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School diploma or GED plus 6 months experience.
• Prior education or experience related to social services is preferred but, not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Bring Families Together: Supervise and support meaningful interactions between parents, children, and siblings while encouraging healthy relationships.
• Be a Helping Hand: Assist families with scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and accessing transportation when needed.
• Connect Families to Resources: Help identify community programs, services, and support systems that promote long-term family stability.
• Be Their Advocate: Support children and families as they navigate challenges, overcome barriers, and work toward their goals.
• Work as a Team: Collaborate with Family Support Specialists, Intervention Specialists, and other professionals to provide consistent, family-centered support.
• Celebrate Progress: Observe and document family interactions, recognize strengths, and help support positive changes.
• Build Meaningful Connections: Maintain communication with parents and caregivers while encouraging positive family engagement.

Skills

Strong communicator

Compassionate

Dependable

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Four Oaks Family and Children Services is seeking a Family Support Worker in Ottumwa, IA. This role focuses on supervising parent-child interactions, coordinating appointments, and connecting families with community resources to promote long-term stability.

You will advocate for families, collaborate with a dedicated team, and help families work toward reunification and brighter futures. If you are compassionate, dependable, and a strong communicator, we want to hear from you.