Family Support & Reunification Specialist

Four Oaks Family & Children Services; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Four Oaks Family & Children Services in Iowa City, IA is hiring a Family Support Worker on a part-time basis. The role supports reunification efforts and helps families access ongoing supports.

Responsibilities include scheduling appointments, arranging transportation, supervising family and sibling interactions, and coordinating with case teams to remove barriers to reunification. The position requires a High School diploma or GED and at least 6 months of relevant experience, with up to 50%

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and meetings.
• Provide transportation assistance with valid driver’s license and insurance
• Supervise family interactions
• Supervise sibling interactions
• Identify tools, resources and/or supports within the community
• Advocate for children/families referred to FCS services
• Telephone contacts with the parent(s)/adult(s) in the case
• Work with Family Support Specialists and Intervention Specialists assigned to the case and work as a cohesive team member providing case supervision
• Be trained in and demonstrate skills in family interaction and capable observation documentation during sibling and family interaction

Skills

Scheduling

Transportation

Family supervision

Advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Four Oaks Family & Children Services in Iowa City, IA is hiring a Family Support Worker on a part-time basis. The role supports reunification efforts and helps families access ongoing supports.

Responsibilities include scheduling appointments, arranging transportation, supervising family and sibling interactions, and coordinating with case teams to remove barriers to reunification. The position requires a High School diploma or GED and at least 6 months of relevant experience, with up to 50%