Family Support Worker � Healthy Families

The Villages of Indiana; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Family Support Worker to join their Healthy Families program. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential support services to new parents, helping them navigate challenges and strengthen family dynamics. Your work will involve regular home visits, focusing on culturally competent and client-centered approaches that empower families. This organization is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and values diversity, ensuring every family receives the care and support they deserve. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide family support services to new parents through home visits.
• Assist families in strengthening parent-child relationships.

Skills

Client-centered services

Culturally competent support

Problem-solving skills

Advocacy for families

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities with The Villages of Indiana

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:

1. Client-centered, culturally competent, and effective services to children and their families.
2. Regular and long-term contact/support with families.
3. Home visits with a family-centered and strength-based approach to assist families in strengthening parent-child relationships, improving family support systems, and establishing goals; increasing the family's ability to problem-solve and assume the role of advocate for themselves and their children.

Position Requirements:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Experience in working with or providing services to children and families.
3. Experience and willingness to work with the culturally diverse populations present among the site’s target population.
4. 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.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. The Villages of Indiana, Inc. will honor all experiences, perspectives, and unique identities to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. Together, The Villages strives to foster working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

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.