Family Support Worker

U.P. Kids; Michigan; Remote; Part time

Job summary

U.P. Kids is seeking a part-time Family Support Worker responsible for conducting family assessments and assisting with service plans. The role involves providing in-home services to support family functioning and safety, primarily remote with flexible hours. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, as well as the ability to work independently as part of a team.

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Company provided phone and laptop

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in social work, psychology, or related field.
• Experience with families in crisis or at-risk populations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct family assessments and develop service plans.
• Provide in-home services and education to support families.
• Support and monitor goal progress for families.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of child development

Familiarity with community resources

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or psychology

Job description

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. Serving Alger and or Schoolcraft Counties. Home office available 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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