Family Support Worker

U.P. Kids; Michigan; Remote; USD 20,000; Part time

Job summary

U.P. Kids is seeking a part-time Family Support Worker to conduct family assessments, aid in service planning, and provide essential in-home support to families in need. This role offers flexible scheduling and competitive pay, allowing you to make a significant difference in your community. Join us in fostering healthy, supportive environments for families.

Benefits

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in social work or related field.
• Experience with families in crisis or at-risk populations.
• Valid driver's license needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct family assessments and assist in developing service plans.
• Support and monitor family's progress towards goals.
• Provide in-home services and education.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of child development

Familiarity with community resources

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field

Job description

Manistique, MI, United States of America

UP Kids is seeking a part-time Family Support Worker. The Family Support Worker (FSW) is responsible for conducting family assessments, assisting families in developing service plans and goals, supporting and monitoring goal progress, and providing an array of in-home services and education to support family functioning, safety, and growth.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field required
• Experience working with families in crisis or at-risk populations
• Knowledge of child development and family dynamics
• Familiarity with community resources and agencies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check

• Location: Primarily Remote. Schoolcraft, Alger, Marquette counties. Home office in Escanaba or Marquette.

• Part-time position, 25-30 hours per week, Pay rate $19.59/hr, generous paid time off, mileage reimbursement, employee assistance program

• Flexible and varied work schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed

Why work for UP Kids? Our employees make a difference in the community and they are our most valuable resource. We offer part-time employees: paid vacation and sick time, employee assistance program, paid holidays, annual merit and cost of living pay increases, company provided phone and laptop, mileage reimbursement and paid travel time.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team at U.P. Kids, where we are dedicated to supporting families and fostering healthy communities

Please submit resume and cover letter for full consideration

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