Family Support Coordinator

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Team environment

Impact on families

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, South Africa, seeks a compassionate Family Support Coordinator to assess family needs, connect them with resources, and promote well-being within the community.

You will develop individualized family support plans and facilitate workshops to empower families and strengthen family bonds. This role offers flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in social work, counseling, or family support services.
• Strong understanding of family dynamics and child development.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in case management and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of family needs and strengths.
• Develop and implement individualized family support plans.
• Connect families with community resources such as childcare and housing assistance.
• Provide counseling and guidance to families facing challenges.
• Organize and facilitate workshops and support groups for families.

Skills

Social work/counseling experience

Family dynamics understanding

Communication and interpersonal skills

Collaboration with diverse populations

Case management and record-keeping

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and organized Family Support Coordinator to join their team in Paarl. This vital role focuses on providing comprehensive support services to families, helping them navigate challenges and strengthen family bonds. You will assess family needs, connect them with essential resources, and facilitate programs that promote well-being and stability. This is an opportunity to make a significant positive impact on families within the community and foster a supportive network.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of family needs and strengths.
• Develop and implement individualized family support plans.
• Connect families with community resources, such as childcare, housing assistance, and educational programs.
• Provide counseling and guidance to families facing various challenges.
• Organize and facilitate workshops and support groups for families.

Requirements

• Experience in social work, counseling, or family support services.
• Strong understanding of family dynamics and child development.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in case management and record-keeping.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Professional development and ongoing training opportunities.
• Supportive work environment and team collaboration.
• Opportunity to directly impact family well-being.
• Flexible work arrangements for enhanced work-life balance.