Family Support Worker – Healthy Families

The Villages of Indiana; Greensburg (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to join their Healthy Families program. This rewarding role involves providing essential support services to new parents, focusing on enhancing family relationships and empowering them to advocate for their children. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to cultural competence and a passion for child development. Join a dedicated team that values flexibility and offers a comprehensive benefits package, making a real difference in the lives of families in the community.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families.
• Knowledge of infant and child development.

Responsibilities

• Provide family support services to new parents.
• Conduct home visits to strengthen parent-child relationships.

Skills

Client-centered services

Culturally competent support

Problem-solving

Advocacy for families

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Family Support Worker – Healthy Families

Department: Healthy Families

Location: Greensburg, IN

Family Support Worker – Healthy Families

Do you enjoy helping others reach their full potential? The Villages is seeking dedicated individuals to provide family support services to new parents through the Healthy Families program.

The Family Support Worker (FSW) will act as a team member in managing and providing:

Client-centered, culturally competent, and effective services to children and their families.

Regular and long-term contact/support with families

Home visits with a family-centered and strength- based approach to assist families in strengthening parent-child relationship, improve family support system and establish goals; increase family's ability to problem solve and assume the role of advocate for themselves and their children.

Position Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience in working with or providing services to children and families.

Experience and willingness to work with the culturally diverse populations present among the site’s target population.

Knowledge of infant and child development.

The Villages of Indiana offers a team-oriented environment for case managers, social workers, and other child, family, and social services professionals with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and benefits package.

The Villages is Indiana’s largest private non-profit provider of Child and Family services, including Foster Care. The Villages champions every child’s right to a safe, permanent, and nurturing home. We are committed to strengthening all families and embracing the dignity and diversity of every child, youth and family served.