Support Specialist (1028)

Lutheran Services Florida, Inc.; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) seeks a Support Specialist to coordinate services and assist families with school-age children in the Tampa area, connecting them to community resources and timely referrals.

Ideal candidates have at least two years' experience serving families, a high school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree preferred), and strong communication skills to maintain confidential records and support Center programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience serving families.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources and referral procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist service partners or organizations using the facility who serve Center members
• Assist in development and implementation of family support programming
• Refer and link families to appropriate programs and community resources as needed
• Document services, maintain records, complete reports, purchase supplies, input data into a data base system
• Orient new families to the Center services and environment
• Coordinate and facilitate Center-driven programming and events
• Provide families with referrals and follow-up
• Support partner agencies with program registration and follow-up
• Adhere to Center policies and maintain confidentiality

Skills

Community resources

Communication skills

Telephone skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Social Work

Job description

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.

LSF is seeking a talented Support Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.

Purpose and Impact:

The Support Specialist is responsible for coordination and assistance with relevant duties as needed. The position will coordinate and assist contracted service partners or organizations using the facility who serve Center members. The position will be knowledgeable in community resources to provide referrals or guidance to families with school age children and provide follow up as necessary.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate and assist service partners or organizations using the facility who serve Center members
• Assist in development and implementation of family support programming
• Refer and link families to appropriate programs and community resources as needed
• Perform daily operating procedures
• Work to support Center and collaborative outcomes
• Orient new families to the Center services and environment
• Assist families with completion of applications to community services and/or programs
• Coordinate and facilitate Center-driven programming and events
• Document services, maintain records, complete reports, purchase supplies, input data into a data base system
• Provide families with referrals and follow-up
• Support partner agencies with program registration and follow-up
• Support the efforts of all CBFRC staff
• Ensure Center is a safe warm welcoming environment for all
• Follow all CBFRC Policies and Procedures
• Perform targeted outreach as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Other:

• Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
• Understand the value and foundation of the Protective Factors framework
• Maintain cooperative working relationship with co-workers, supervisors, families, partners and the community
• Practice Family Support Principles
• Cross trained to perform daily operating procedures
• Participate in Center events and work to support contractual outcomes
• Obtain training in the Center data system: Attendance and Needs Tracking System and maintain member confidentiality
• Bilingual employees may be needed to review and/or translate (verbal or written communications)
• Attend mandatory trainings and perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have a high level of energy, positive attitude, adaptability to irregular hours.
• Work flexible hours to include some evenings and Saturdays

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree in Social Work or related field preferred.

Experience:

A minimum of two years’ experience in serving families.

Skills:

The Specialist will be knowledgeable in community resources to provide referrals or guidance to families with school age children, providing follow up as necessary. A proven ability to work cooperatively with a variety of people. Knowledge of office equipment. Must have telephone skills and excellent communication skills.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Reports to Center Manager
• Team player with co-workers and administrators
• Accurate complete and timely submission of required documents and reports
• Liaison to community providers.
• Adherence to agency policies and procedures.
• Must maintain confidentiality of all client information

Why work for LSF?

LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.

Amazing benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
• 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
  • Note: Head Start employees paid time off and holiday schedule may differ
• 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement

LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements. For more information on background screening requirements please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

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