Family Support Worker - Remote & Community Impact

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Family Support Worker to provide in-home guidance and connect families with essential services in the East London and Eastern Cape region. The role emphasizes parenting support, resource navigation, and building resilience within the family unit.

You will conduct assessments, develop joint support plans, and lead parent workshops while maintaining confidential records. This position allows remote work with necessary on-site client engagement, requiring reliable

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Social Work or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with families in support/outreach.
• Knowledge of child development and family systems.
• Excellent communication and empathetic skills.
• Ability to build trust with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home support and guidance to families.
• Help families develop parenting skills and communication.
• Connect families to community resources and services.
• Conduct initial needs assessments and develop support plans.
• Organize workshops for parents and families.
• Maintain confidential records and progress reports.
• Collaborate with other professionals supporting families.

Skills

Excellent communication

Active listening

Empathy

Rapport building

Time management

Education

Diploma or cert in Social Work / Community Development

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Family Support Worker to provide in-home guidance and connect families with essential services in the East London and Eastern Cape region. The role emphasizes parenting support, resource navigation, and building resilience within the family unit.

You will conduct assessments, develop joint support plans, and lead parent workshops while maintaining confidential records. This position allows remote work with necessary on-site client engagement, requiring reliable