Independent Contractor-Family Support Services

Health Connect America; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A leading provider of family support services in Georgia seeks an Independent Contractor to coordinate care and provide support for families. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a human services-related field or substantial relevant experience. Responsibilities include case management, in-home visits, and collaborating with community providers. The position offers flexible working hours and involves maintaining documentation and compliance with service standards.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a human services-related field or significant experience in the field is required.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care is essential.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate comprehensive care and referrals for families.
• Deliver case management activities including supervised visitation.
• Complete in-home visits to monitor family progress.

Skills

Coordinating with community providers

Case management activities

Understanding of family systems

Knowledge of community resources

Modeling positive parenting strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services-related field

High School Diploma/GED with at least 5 years of experience

Job description

Independent Contractor-Family Support Services

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Join Our Impactful Team at Health Connect America! Before you get started on your journey with Health Connect America, take some time to learn more about us. At Health Connect America, all services are guided by a unified, trauma‑informed approach. Across every program, we are committed to providing compassionate, client‑centered care that fosters healing and growth. Our services are delivered by clinically trained staff, grounded in a therapeutic mindset and informed by research and evidence‑based practices at every level of care. Health Connect America and its affiliate brands are leaders in providing mental and behavioral health services to children, families, and adults across the nation. We provide our services directly to those in need whether that be within a person's home, their community, or in one of our office settings. Health Connect America is honored to be a part of the communities we serve and the clients we walk alongside as they embark on a journey to self‑improvement and more fulfilling lives. At Health Connect America, we are dedicated to making meaningful connections every day through creating quality, affordable opportunities for individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential in a safe, positive living environment.

Come make a difference and grow with us!

Scope of Services

• Coordinating with community providers to facilitate comprehensive care and referrals for families
• Participating in collaborative case planning and case review meetings, when requested
• Delivering case management activities such as supervised visitation, parent aide support, behavioral aide, transportation, crisis intervention, advocacy and linkage to services (including drug screening facilitation if applicable)
• Completing in‑home visits to monitor progress and provide ongoing support for families involved with DFCS;
• Offering parenting education and modeling positive parenting strategies
• Coordinating with external professionals (e.g., schools, therapists, case managers) to ensure service alignment
• Maintaining documentation of services rendered, including case notes and service logs, in accordance with agency expectations
• Providing transportation services related to the family service plan (e.g., visitation, appointments) as appropriate
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a human services‑related field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Criminal Justice) or High School Diploma/GED with at least 5 years of verifiable experience in the field
• Strong understanding of family systems, trauma‑informed care, and community resources
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance
• Willingness to complete required background checks and contractor onboarding

Deliverables

• Timely submission of service logs, progress updates, and reports
• Accurate documentation aligned with billing and reporting standards
• Services provided in accordance with contract terms, including hourly or task‑based invoicing

Performing work at Health Connect America and its companies as an Independent Contractor is contingent upon meeting the requirements of a comprehensive background investigation prior to joining our team.

Health Connect America and its companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. For more information on Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.