Family Support Specialist - Grant County

Family Centered Services Inc; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Centered Services is hiring a Family Support Specialist / Family Resource Specialist to work with families in Grant County, Indiana. The role focuses on helping parents and young children build strong relationships, develop parenting skills, identify goals, and connect with community resources in home settings.

The position requires strong communication, organization, and the ability to manage a caseload. Travel within Grant County and a valid Indiana driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with or providing services to young children and their parents.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good organization, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload.
• Valid Indiana driver’s license.
• Reliable vehicle and automobile insurance.
• Willingness to travel locally throughout Grant County.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends based on family needs.

Responsibilities

• Conducting interviews and screenings with parents to determine eligibility for Healthy Families services
• Building trusting, supportive relationships with families through home-based visits
• Helping parents strengthen parenting skills and positive parent-child interactions
• Assisting families with setting goals and developing practical action plans
• Connecting families with healthcare providers, community agencies, and other needed resources
• Monitoring and documenting infant and child growth and development
• Identifying family needs and potential safety concerns and consulting with your supervisor as appropriate
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and confidential case documentation
• Participating in supervision, training, professional development, and team activities

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Organization skills

Documentation skills

Time management

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Valid Indiana driver's license and insurance

Job description

Family Support Specialist / Family Resource Specialist

Family Centered Services | Grant County, Indiana
$15.00–$18.00/hour | Full-Time | 36 hours per week

Family Centered Services is seeking a compassionate and dependable Family Support Specialist / Family Resource Specialist to join our Healthy Families team serving families throughout Grant County.

This position works directly with parents and young children, helping families build stronger relationships, develop parenting skills, identify goals, and connect with community resources. Much of the work takes place in family homes, so this is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, working independently, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

What You’ll Do

In this dual role, you will support families from their initial referral through ongoing Healthy Families services.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting interviews and screenings with parents to help determine eligibility for Healthy Families services
• Building trusting, supportive relationships with families through primarily home-based visits
• Helping parents strengthen parenting skills and positive parent-child interactions
• Assisting families with setting goals and developing practical action plans
• Connecting families with healthcare providers, community agencies, and other needed resources
• Monitoring and documenting infant and child growth and development
• Identifying family needs and potential safety concerns and consulting with your supervisor as appropriate
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and confidential case documentation
• Participating in supervision, training, professional development, and team activities

What We’re Looking For

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with or providing services to young children and their parents
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Good organization, documentation, and time-management skills
• Ability to establish professional boundaries while developing trusting relationships with families
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload
• Valid Indiana driver’s license
• Reliable vehicle and automobile insurance
• Willingness to travel locally throughout Grant County
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends based on family needs

Preferred Qualifications

We would especially like to hear from candidates who have:

• A bachelor's degree in human services, social work, early education, child development, or a related field
• Knowledge of infant and child development, trauma-informed care, or family support services
• Experience working with diverse families and communities
• Experience communicating in an additional language
• Infant Mental Health Endorsement or related training

Schedule

This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position. Some evening or weekend hours may be required to accommodate working families. Schedule flexibility may be available following the training period.

The position includes regular travel throughout Grant County to meet with families in their homes and in community settings.

Training & Support

Family Centered Services provides specialized training for this role. New employees must be willing to complete required Healthy Families training and participate in ongoing supervision, coaching, and professional development.

Why Join Family Centered Services?

At FCS, our work is centered on strengthening families and helping children thrive. Employees are part of a collaborative organization that values openness, trust, respect, professional growth, and having a voice in the workplace.

Pay: $15.00–$18.00 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time, 36 hours per week
Location: Grant County, Indiana
Work Setting: In-person, community and home-based

Family Centered Services is an equal opportunity employer.