Family Support Specialist

Confianza Health; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Confianza Health in Avondale, AZ seeks a Family Support Specialist to guide families, connect them with resources, and advocate for their needs through trauma-informed care. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to promote stability and well-being for children and adults.

The role emphasizes individualized family plans, coaching on parenting, and collaboration with community services, healthcare providers, and social services to remove barriers to access.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Family Studies, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience working with families in social services or behavioral health settings strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and community resources.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Engage families in supportive services to address social, emotional, and practical needs.
• Conduct assessments to identify family strengths and areas of need.
• Develop and implement individualized family support plans.
• Provide education and coaching on parenting, communication, and coping strategies.
• Connect families with community resources, healthcare providers, and social services.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with agency and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for families.
• Advocate for families to access necessary services and overcome barriers.

Skills

communication

organization

problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Family Studies, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Family Support Specialist

Employer: Confianza Health
Location: 919 N Dysart Rd, Avondale, AZ 85323
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Confianza Health:
Confianza Health is a trauma-focused behavioral health agency committed to empowering individuals and families through compassionate, evidence-based care. We provide a supportive environment for both clients and staff, fostering growth and resilience in our community.

Position Summary:
The Family Support Specialist will work closely with families to provide guidance, resources, and advocacy that promote stability and well-being. This role focuses on strengthening family systems, connecting families to community resources, and supporting them through challenges using trauma-informed approaches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage families in supportive services to address social, emotional, and practical needs.
• Conduct assessments to identify family strengths and areas of need.
• Develop and implement individualized family support plans.
• Provide education and coaching on parenting, communication, and coping strategies.
• Connect families with community resources, healthcare providers, and social services.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with agency and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for families.
• Advocate for families to access necessary services and overcome barriers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Family Studies, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience working with families in social services or behavioral health settings strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and community resources.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities