Family Support Engagement Specialist Position Available In Brevard, Florida

Family Support Engagement Specialist

HEALTHY START COALITION

of Brevard County – 5.0 Melbourne, FL Job Details Full-time $17 – $18 an hour 6 days ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Bilingual Self-direction Writing skills Social work Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Experience with children Attention to detail Organizational skills 1 year Entry level Full Job Description This position provides resources and support for pregnant women, newborns, and their families through home visiting. Healthy Start/Healthy Families was designed to aid in the prevention of child abuse and neglect in at-risk families by providing appropriate modeling techniques, education, and other supportive services through home visiting. The Family Support Engagement Specialist will report to the Supervisor.

Specific duties include:

Conduct creative outreach, engage, enroll and assess all participants upon enrollment Create and maintain a weekly schedule that will, at a minimum, include trainings: staff meetings, team meetings, scheduling home visits, preparing for home visits, facilitating home visits, accomplishing required documentation in a timely manner Assist in developing and maintaining participant records and program documentation according to contract and organization standards (assessments, goal planning, progress notes, etc.) Provide appropriate modeling techniques, education and other supportive services as delineated in individual family service plans Provide case management services (information, referral, and linkages) Monitor quality of care by conducting home visits Participate in weekly supervision Participate in the quality improvement process Participate in trainings, staff meeting and team meetings Work cooperatively with staff and community partners in communicating the mission, services and goals of the organization Provides other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of local health and human service providers Interpersonal skills such as courtesy, compassion, tact, and confidentiality Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; quick learner on unfamiliar computer programs; as well as the ability to operate electronic devices including but not limited to: laptop computer, fax machine, copy machine, smart phone Ability to work flexible hours; evenings; weekends Ability to work independently; self-directed and motivated Ability to comply with confidentiality policy by maintaining the integrity of client sensitive material Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively Ability to establish and maintain effective working and trusting relationships Acceptance of individual differences Experience in working with or providing services to children and families Experience working with culturally diverse populations Knowledge of infant and child development Willingness to engage in building reflective capacity (e.g., has capacity for introspection, communicates awareness of self in relation to others, recognizes value of supervision, etc.) Awareness of sociocultural characteristics of service population Ability to handle stressful situations Ability to observe and accurately report (verbal and written) the functioning of individuals, families and children Knowledge of effective parenting skills Reflective listening skills Ability to set appropriate limits and boundaries with participants Ability to handle emergencies and life-threatening situations effectively Ability to act decisively when necessary to protect families, individuals and children Ability to assist in identifying and setting goals Ability to work individually and as part of team Ability to lead parent/child groups

Basic Qualifications:

At least a High School Diploma or GED equivalent; One year of experience working with children/families; Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with current automobile insurance; Detailed orientated, quick learner, self-motivated, deadline oriented and able to pass a Level 2 Background Screening.

Preferred:

Bi-Lingual; Previous experience in a social services organization; Infant Mental Health Endorsement; Nonprofit experience; Experience working with diverse communities, organizations, and agencies.

Special Note:

Required to push/pull up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. Involves sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending/stooping, climbing, reaching, crawling/crouching, and repetitive motion. Other motions/functions maybe be required that are not included. Must clear a level 2 background check in accordance with Florida Statutes and drug test.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 – $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift Evenings as needed Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person