FCS-FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER-OTTUMWA-PART-TIME

FOUR OAKS FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICES; Ottumwa (IA); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 27 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

FOUR OAKS FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICES in Ottumwa, IA is seeking a Part Time Family Support Worker to help strengthen families and support parent-child interactions at our Ottumwa Campus. Entry level role with a High School Diploma or GED and 6 months related experience; expected to work varied shifts and provide transportation when needed.

The position focuses on supervising visits, building trust, connecting families with community resources, and documenting progress to promote reunification

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a High School diploma or GED and 6 months of related experience.
• Driver's license with vehicle insurance to assist with transportation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsabilités

• Supervise and support meaningful interactions between parents, children, and siblings, helping strengthen family bonds.
• Encourage healthy family relationships while providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment during visits.
• Connect families with community resources, services, and support systems that promote long-term stability.
• Support children and families as they navigate challenges and work toward achieving their goals.
• Assist with scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and providing transportation when needed.
• Collaborate with Family Support Specialists, Intervention Specialists, and other professionals to help families achieve successful outcomes.
• Provide accurate, objective documentation of family interactions, progress, and areas where additional support may be needed.
• Maintain communication with parents and caregivers while encouraging positive engagement and participation.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Teamwork

Observation

Documentation

Driver's license

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Ottumwa Campus - Ottumwa, IA 52501, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School Diploma or GED, Salary Range: $18.50 - $19.50 Hourly, Travel Percentage: Frequent Travel Required - Up to 50%, Job Shift: Varied Shifts, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Family Support Worker – Make a Difference, One Family at a Time!

Help Strengthen Families. Create Meaningful Connections. Change Lives.

Looking for more than just a job? Looking for a career where your work truly matters?

At Four Oaks, we believe every child deserves a safe, supportive environment and every family deserves the opportunity to succeed. We're looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Family Support Workers!

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference by helping children and parents build stronger relationships, supporting families through challenging times, and playing an important part in keeping families together.

If you're passionate about helping others, enjoy working with children, and want to be part of something meaningful, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do, Be the Difference!

As a Family Support Worker, you'll be a vital part of our Family Centered Services (FCS) team, helping families work toward reunification and maintain safe, healthy relationships.

Every day brings new opportunities to make a positive impact! Your responsibilities will include:

• Bring Families Together: Supervise and support meaningful interactions between parents, children, and siblings, helping strengthen family bonds.
• Be a Positive Influence: Encourage healthy family relationships while providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment during visits.
• Help Families Overcome Barriers: Connect families with community resources, services, and support systems that promote long-term stability.
• Be Their Advocate: Support children and families as they navigate challenges and work toward achieving their goals.
• Provide Hands-On Support: Assist with scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and providing transportation when needed.
• Work as a Team: Collaborate with Family Support Specialists, Intervention Specialists, and other professionals to help families achieve successful outcomes.
• Observe and Document Progress: Provide accurate, objective documentation of family interactions, progress, and areas where additional support may be needed.
• Build Meaningful Connections: Maintain communication with parents and caregivers while encouraging positive engagement and participation.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for individuals who bring compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to help families succeed.

You could be a great fit if you:

• Enjoy working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can remain calm, professional, and supportive in challenging situations.
• Are dependable, organized, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Have good observation skills and can provide clear, accurate documentation.
• Are willing to learn and apply family interaction and supervision techniques.
• Have a valid driver's license and appropriate vehicle insurance to assist with transportation needs.

Why Choose Four Oaks?

Because the work you do today can change a family's tomorrow.

At Four Oaks, you're not just filling a position. You're helping children maintain important connections, supporting parents as they work toward reunification, and giving families the encouragement and resources they need to move forward.

You'll be part of a team that believes in the power of family, the importance of community, and the difference one dedicated person can make.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Your compassion could be the connection that helps a family move forward.

If you're ready for meaningful work where every interaction matters and every day is an opportunity to make a difference, we'd love to meet you!

Qualifications & Program Information: What you need:

To qualify you must be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School diploma or GED plus 6 months experience. Prior education or experience related to social services is preferred but, not a requirement.