Family Support Specialist (FADSS)-DUBUQUE

Four Oaks Family & Children Services; Dubuque (IA); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Four Oaks Family & Children Services in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Family Support Specialist – Empower Families. You will build trusting relationships with children and families, conduct home visits, and help them identify strengths and goals to support stability and growth.

The role emphasizes empowerment, resource connection, and practical life skills training, including budgeting, employment readiness, and navigating community programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Social Services related field required, or
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in a human services field, or
• High School diploma with 5 years of full-time social/human services experience.

Responsabilités

• Conduct monthly home visits, providing encouragement, guidance, and individualized support.
• Build trusting, supportive relationships and help families identify goals and steps toward success.
• Document family contacts, services provided, progress, and community partnerships.
• Connect families with community programs, services, and resources to promote stability.
• Support families in developing life skills such as budgeting, employment readiness, and problem-solving.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Coordination

MS Office

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Social Services

Bachelor's or Associate in human services

High School diploma + 5 years experience

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Dubuque Campus - Dubuque, IA 52001, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Bachelor's Degree, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Family Support Specialist – Empower Families. Build Brighter Futures.

What You’ll Do

Support Families. Build Confidence. Inspire Change.

• Make a Difference: Build trusting, supportive relationships with children and families while helping them identify their strengths and work toward meaningful goals.
• Meet Families Where They Are: Conduct monthly home visits, providing encouragement, guidance, and individualized support in a respectful, nonjudgmental environment.
• Empower Families: Partner with families to establish goals that matter to them, identify challenges, and develop realistic steps toward success.
• Support Healthy Development: Complete assessments related to child development, family relationships, support systems, and brain health to better understand each family's needs.
• Connect Families with Resources: Help families access community programs, services, and support systems that promote stability and independence.
• Build Life Skills: Teach practical everyday skills, including financial management, employment readiness, problem‑solving, and self‑sufficiency.
• Be a Family Advocate: Help families navigate community resources, overcome barriers, and build confidence in advocating for themselves.
• Strengthen Community Connections: Collaborate with community organizations, service providers, and public systems to expand opportunities and improve access to resources.
• Encourage Positive Solutions: Help families work through conflicts, identify solutions, and strengthen their ability to navigate challenges.
• Support Family Progress: Assist with care coordination, evaluate progress toward goals, and participate in discharge planning.
• Keep Things Organized: Maintain timely and accurate documentation of family contacts, services provided, progress, and community partnerships.

Why Your Work Matters

Strong Families Build Stronger Communities!

• Build confidence and develop greater independence.
• Strengthen parenting skills and family relationships.
• Overcome barriers to accessing essential resources.
• Develop practical skills for everyday success.
• Create safe, stable, and supportive environments for their children.
• Establish meaningful connections within their communities.

Your work helps families move forward with the tools, resources, and confidence they need to succeed.

Why Choose Four Oaks?

Because the Work You Do Matters, and So Do You!

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Help families build stability, confidence, and independence.
• Build Your Career: Gain valuable experience in family support, prevention services, advocacy, and community-based care.
• Work with a Purpose: Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to positive outcomes for children and families.
• Grow Professionally: Develop your skills through collaboration, training, and opportunities for advancement.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work alongside individuals who share your passion for helping families succeed.

Qualifications & Program Information: What you need:

To qualify for this position you must meet one of the following criteria:

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a Social Services related field of study (or)
• Possess a Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in a human services related field of study (or)
• Possess a High School diploma/GED and the equivalent of 5 years of full time experience in social services or other human services delivery.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be at least 23years of age
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective problem solving and coordination abilities
• Basic computer skills in a MS Office environment