Family Support Specialist: Home Visiting

The New York Foundling; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Foundling in Staten Island seeks a Family Support Worker/Specialist to conduct weekly home visits with prenatal and new parents, build nurturing relationships, and support healthy child development.

Responsibilities include coordinating with families, health education, and maintaining accurate case records, with strong emphasis on engagement, documentation, and collaboration with service providers.

Qualifications

• Must hold a high school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.
• Experience working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular home visits to parents/caregivers.
• Maintain contact with families, primarily in homes.
• Establish trusting relationships and involve family in treatment.
• Adhere to the prescribed visit frequency and document accordingly.
• Offer prenatal health education and strengthen parent-child relationships.
• Maintain up-to-date case records and complete weekly paperwork.

Skills

Trust-building

Empathy

Cultural sensitivity

Time management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Driver’s License (NYS)

Job description

The New York Foundling in Staten Island seeks a Family Support Worker/Specialist to conduct weekly home visits with prenatal and new parents, build nurturing relationships, and support healthy child development.

Responsibilities include coordinating with families, health education, and maintaining accurate case records, with strong emphasis on engagement, documentation, and collaboration with service providers.