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New Madrid County Family Resource Center
Family Support Specialist
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Job Description
The Family Support Specialist is responsible for initiating and maintaining regular and long-term contact/support with families referred to the program. This activity will focus primarily within the family's home. Visits should be family centered, strength based, and directed at: establishing a trusting relationship; assisting in strengthening the parent-child relationship; assisting in improving their skills to optimize the home environment; improving the family support system; and increasing the family's ability to problem solve and assume the role of the advocate for themselves and children. The activities may also include identifying and referring for contact/appointments at other supportive agencies including health care appointments. The Family Support Specialist will also be responsible for assisting the family in establishing goals and a plan for accomplishment of those goals, as well as the assessment of the normal growth and development of the target child.