Community Family Support Specialist

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive…

Hybrid work arrangement

Training and professional growth

Supportive work environment

Impactful community work in Mossel Bay

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Family Support Specialist to serve families in Mossel Bay. This hybrid role blends on-site visits with remote coordination and administrative duties to strengthen family well-being and connect clients with essential services.

You will conduct home visits, develop tailored support plans, provide parenting resources, and coordinate with community providers. The position offers meaningful work in the community with opportunities for ongoing training and

Qualifications

• Experience in family support, social work, early childhood development, or a related field.
• Knowledge of child welfare principles and family dynamics.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse family populations.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for communication, scheduling, and record-keeping.
• Commitment to upholding confidentiality and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits and client consultations to assess family needs and strengths.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans in collaboration with families.
• Provide education and resources on parenting, child development, and household management.
• Facilitate referrals to relevant community services, such as counseling and healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate and confidential family case files and progress notes.
• Coordinate and participate in remote team meetings and professional development sessions.

Skills

Family support

Social work

Child development

Communication

Confidentiality

Tools

Scheduling software

CRM systems

Job description

Our client is looking for a dedicated Family Support Specialist to join their team, serving families in the Mossel Bay area. This hybrid role combines direct family engagement with remote coordination and administrative duties, aiming to strengthen family bonds and provide essential support services. You will work closely with families to identify needs, connect them with resources, and facilitate positive changes. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to family well-being within the community, balancing on-site presence with flexible remote work.

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Family Support Specialist to join their team, serving families in the Mossel Bay area. This hybrid role combines direct family engagement with remote coordination and administrative duties, aiming to strengthen family bonds and provide essential support services. You will work closely with families to identify needs, connect them with resources, and facilitate positive changes. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to family well-being within the community, balancing on-site presence with flexible remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits and client consultations to assess family needs and strengths.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans in collaboration with families.
• Provide education and resources on parenting, child development, and household management.
• Facilitate referrals to relevant community services, such as counseling and healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate and confidential family case files and progress notes.
• Coordinate and participate in remote team meetings and professional development sessions.

Requirements

• Experience in family support, social work, early childhood development, or a related field.
• Knowledge of child welfare principles and family dynamics.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse family populations.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for communication, scheduling, and record-keeping.
• Commitment to upholding confidentiality and ethical standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement, blending remote and field activities.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment dedicated to family empowerment.
• Directly contributing to the stability and well-being of families in Mossel Bay .