Family Support Specialist

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and sick leave

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with match

Tuition assistance

Quarterly bonuses

Free CEUs and professional development

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services is hiring a Family Support Specialist for a school-based, 10-month position at the St Bernard Elementary in Cincinnati. The role supports families to help children grow and learn within a multidisciplinary treatment organization dedicated to behavioral health.

The successful candidate will work independently with flexible hours, emphasizing trauma-informed care and community referrals to aid families throughout the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Child & Family Studies, Human Services, Psychology, Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle, and insurable driving record.
• Ability to work independently with flexible hours and occasional work-from-home.
• Experience with or providing services to children and families; in-home experience a plus.
• Demonstrated capacity for self-reflection, supervision, and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and education on fetal, infant, and toddler development and parenting skills using a research-based model.
• Develop and implement individualized plans for each child and family, including community referrals as needed.
• Complete assessments and screenings to identify strengths and needs.
• Complete official case notes and documentation.

Skills

Flexible scheduling

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Join our mission to help individuals with mental health disorders lead healthy and productive lives. Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services has an immediate opening for a full-time Family Support Specialist at our Cincinnati office in Price Hill. This is a 10-month school-based position at the St Bernard Elementary.

In this role, you will support families in helping their children grow, learn, and develop to their fullest potential! Join our multidisciplinary treatment organization!

Why Work at GCBHS?

GCBHS is the region’s most comprehensive community behavioral healthcare organization and a pioneer in the field of behavioral health treatment for adults, children, and families.

• Named a Top Workplace every year since 2010
• Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with agency match
• Tuition Assistance ($1,250–$2,500/semester)
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Free CEUs and professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling for better work-life balance

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide support and education regarding fetal, infant and toddler development, and parenting skills using a research-based model and curriculum.
• Develop and implement individualized and developmentally appropriate plans for each child and family that meets program standards and the family’s needs. This includes assessing the family’s overall strengths and needs, while making appropriate community referrals as necessary.
• Complete assessments and screenings to aid in working with the families and identifying their strengths/needs.
• Complete official case notes/documentation.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Child & Family Studies, Human Services, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, or closely related field preferred
• A valid driver’s license, vehicle, and insurable driving record
• An ability to work independently and create your own schedule- utilizing flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home at times.
• Experience in working with or providing services to children and families *Community/ In home experience a plus.*
• Willing to engage in building reflective capacity (e.g., capacity for introspection, communicating awareness of self in relation to others, recognizing the value of supervision, etc.)
• An ability to demonstrate a high attention to detail and good follow-up skills

GCBHS incorporates principles of trauma-informed care in all areas of our services, Trauma informed care includes cultural sensitivity and emphasizes a safe and respectful environment for all clients and staff. Experience and/or training in these principles and in trauma treatment is valued in applicants.

GCBHS has been named a Top Workplace every year since 2010! Please visit our websites to learn more about GCBHS. www.gcbhs.com/careers

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