Family Support Specialist (In-Home & Virtual)

Abilities Network; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company paid Life/AD&D Insurance and L

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

Abilities Network in Towson, MD is seeking a Family Support Specialist to support our Healthy Families team. This role provides in-home and virtual family-centered, strength-based services designed to strengthen parent-child relationships and improve family functioning.

The position offers a base pay of $18.00/hour non-negotiable, full-time status, and the opportunity to work within a growing nonprofit that prioritizes culture and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Family and Children’s Services or related field is required.
• Three years of home visitation or equivalent experience with families.
• Experience with family-centered, strength-based service provision.
• Experience serving culturally diverse communities is required.
• Transportation is required to fulfill duties.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate program enrollment and assess family history and needs.
• Provide family-centered, strength-based interventions to strengthen relationships.
• Connect families to community resources via referrals and education.
• Use a research-based curriculum to support parent-child interactions.
• Guide families in setting and pursuing goals.
• Plan and participate in Healthy Families events.

Skills

Family services experience

Cultural competence

Transportation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Family and Children’s Services

Job description

Abilities Network in Towson, MD is seeking a Family Support Specialist to support our Healthy Families team. This role provides in-home and virtual family-centered, strength-based services designed to strengthen parent-child relationships and improve family functioning.

The position offers a base pay of $18.00/hour non-negotiable, full-time status, and the opportunity to work within a growing nonprofit that prioritizes culture and teamwork.