Strengthening Families Specialist

Bethany Christian Services USA LLC; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer-?

Generous time off

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services USA LLC in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Parent Advocacy Case Manager to join a hybrid team serving pregnant and new parent clients. You will provide home visitation, coaching, and life-skills education to stabilize families in crisis, while navigating regulatory requirements and collaborating with community resources.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Human Services or Social Work, with a Master’s preferred, and at least two years in child welfare or life skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s level degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field of study from an accredited college.
• Master’s level degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field of study from an accredited college, strongly preferred.
• At least two (2) years of experience in child welfare and/or life skills; Infant mental health endorsement preferred.
• Demonstrated strong engagement skills and ability to establish trusting relationships.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the strength-based approach and interventions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated excellent assessment and crisis intervention skills.
• Prior work experience with culturally diverse children in a home setting.
• Provide acceptance of individual differences and offer humility working with culturally diverse families thorough understanding of the strength-based approach and interventions.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of infant and child development.
• Demonstrate a willing to engage in building reflective capacity (e.g., capacity for introspection, communicating awareness of self in relation to others, recognizing value of supervision, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Must be willing and able to work outside of normal business hours to include some evenings and weekends;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

Responsibilities

• Provide home visitation services and interventions to pregnant and newly parenting women and their partners using a strengths-based approach that helps to stabilize families in crisis;
• Provide coaching and support in conflict resolution, career planning, self-sufficiency, education, health maintenance, environmental health, role modeling, child development and goal setting for clients referred by community resources;
• Provide life skills education to clients whose goals may include improving home safety, child behavior management, identifying appropriate childcare, housekeeping, money management,budgeting for food, addressing barriers to transportation, assisting clients in utilization of community resource and over all self-improvement and family function;
• Complete paperwork within appropriate time frames;
• Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Engagement skills

Verbal and written communication

Crisis intervention skills

Confidentiality

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related

Master’s degree strongly preferred

Infant mental health endorsement preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Category: Social Services - Domestic Programs

Requisition Number: PAREN001625

• Posted : September 8, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

Showing 1 location

Saint Louis, MO 63144, USA

• Pay or shift range: $22.66 USD to $26 USD
  This is the expected starting range for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.

Working at Bethany means joining a team of dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our Christian mission and these shared values: We’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul. As a Parent Advocacy Case Manager, you’ll help carry this mission forward and make a meaningful impact every day.

How Your Role Makes a Difference

• Provide home visitation services and interventions to pregnant and newly parenting women and their partners using a strengths-based approach that helps to stabilize families in crisis;
• Provide coaching and support in conflict resolution, career planning, self-sufficiency, education, health maintenance, environmental health, role modeling, child development and goal setting for clients referred by community resources;
• Provide life skills education to clients whose goals may include improving home safety, child behavior management, identifying appropriate childcare, housekeeping, money management,budgeting for food, addressing barriers to transportation, assisting clients in utilization of community resource and over all self-improvement and family function;
• Complete paperwork within appropriate time frames;
• Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor’s level degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field of study from an accredited college;
• Master’s level degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field of study from an accredited college, strongly preferred;
• At least two (2) years of experience in child welfare and/or life skills; Infant mental health endorsement preferred.
• Demonstrated strong engagement skills and ability to establish trusting relationships;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the strength-based approach and interventions;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated excellent assessment and crisis intervention skills;
• Prior work experience with culturally diverse children in a home setting;
• Provide acceptance of individual differences and offer humility working with culturally diverse families thorough understanding of the strength-based approach and interventions;
• Demonstrate a knowledge of infant and child development;
• Demonstrate a willing to engage in building reflective capacity (e.g., capacity for introspection, communicating awareness of self in relation to others, recognizing value of supervision, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Must be willing and able to work outside of normal business hours to include some evenings and weekends;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

We Invest in You

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursueexcellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generoustimeoff(11paidholidays,PTOYourWay,paidparentalleave,separatesickandpaidabsencebanks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program

Salary disclosure for residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, & New York*
Note: Bethany’s compensation plan accounts for geographical differentials
Accepting On-Going Applications
Link to full Benefits Package (Total Rewards Guide) is on the Bethany Career Page

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