Family Support Specialist Position Available In Fayette, Georgia

Family Support Specialist Bloom Our Youth 150 Marquis Drive, Fayetteville, GA 30214 Become a part of a dynamic team that is creating brighter futures for Georgia’s foster children! Located in Fayetteville, GA, Bloom Our Youth, Inc. (“Bloom”) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen children in foster care and empower the families who care for them.

JOB TITLE

Family Support Specialist

REPORTS TO

Family Resource Center (FRC) Program Manager

REQUIREMENTS

: Bachelor’s degree required Two (2) years or more of professional experience working with at-risk, vulnerable families and children required Must possess proficiency in planning, project management, organization and time management Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to facilitate meetings and lead presentations Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills Skilled in consulting, coaching, and mentoring families Proficiency in MS Office to include PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook. Proficiency in data entry Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Family Support Specialist assists the Family Resource Center Program Manager in providing Prevention Services and Referral Assistance to at-risk families in Fayette and Spalding Counties.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Strengthen parental capacity to prevent maltreatment, out-of-home placement, and Division of Family and Children Services Intervention.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct a variety of outreach activities and culturally sensitive events, including group presentations, networking, and attendance at community events to introduce the FRC program to potential clients. Provide family support and case management (meeting with youth and/or families in the community and/or in the home). Initiate and maintain weekly, bi-weekly, and/or monthly follow-ups for ongoing case management. Participate in developing Individual Family Support Plans to support FRC participants with goal setting and establish intervention services. Maintain a caseload of up to 40 families. Disseminate program information at events/activities to educate families/communities about the long-term benefits of available FRC programs/services. Identify members of the applicable service population in the targeted community and motivate them to participate in applicable FRC Services. Develop key community relationships throughout the targeted area to enhance outreach and increase the number of client referrals. Solicit volunteers through contacts in the community. Complete Triple P (evidence-based Positive Parenting Program) training and certification; implement as directed. Provide referrals and assistance with obtaining additional resources including food, WIC, SNAP, Medicaid, and other concrete supports. Complete forms, reports, and required program documentation by the provided deadlines. Develop a strong knowledge base and stay current on job-related issues and trends. Participate actively in departmental meetings, training, and education, and the quality process. Comply with Bloom’s, policies, procedures, and all state regulations. Willingness to work in high-risk neighborhoods. Remain aware of social, economic, cultural, and environmental factors in resolving family and personal problems. Interact effectively with children/families from diverse backgrounds. Perform under strong demands in fast-paced, diverse, sometimes ambiguous environments. Commit to providing high customer satisfaction with positive service delivery results. Meet critical deadlines while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy, and quality. Handle highly stressful, sensitive situations; maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries. Be energetic, passionate, and adaptable with a deep commitment to social service, empathy for children and families, and a positive approach to embracing and managing change. Other duties as assigned.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

This job operates in a professional office environment. This is a full-time position requiring flexibility. Some weekends and nights may be required. Travel throughout the south metro Atlanta area, Fayette County, Spalding County, and surrounding areas.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Education:

Bachelor’s (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Fayetteville, GA 30214 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Fayetteville, GA 30214: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person