Child Welfare Family Support Specialist
Child Welfare Family Support Specialist
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Job Description
Were Hiring: Child Welfare Family Support Specialist
Location:Providence RI
Reports To:Healthy Family America Supervisor
Employment Type:Full-Time
Salary : $22.00/hr
Are you passionate about empowering families supporting child development and creating lasting impact in your community Childrens Friend is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Support Specialist to join our Healthy Families America program.
What Youll Do:
As a Family Support Specialist youll be the trusted partner and advocate for families navigating lifes challenges. Your work will help parents strengthen their relationships with their children and build safer healthier homes. You will:
Provide home-based support to 1214 families including parenting education health and nutrition guidance and developmental screenings.
Collaborate with DCYF schools mental health providers and community resources to coordinate care.
Deliver weekly engaging parent-child activities to nurture healthy bonding.
Support families in setting and achieving goals for self-sufficiency and resilience.
Prepare reports advocate in court and attend team meetings to ensure quality services.
What You Bring:
High School Diploma (Bachelors preferred) and 13 years of related experience
Knowledge of infant/child development and willingness to build reflective capacity
Bilingual skills and lived experience with diverse communities a plus
A valid drivers license reliable transportation and insurance
Why Join Us
At Childrens Friend we dont just offer a job we offer purpose. Our supportive and inclusive team is dedicated to uplifting families and making a lasting impact in the community. Youll enjoy:
A dynamic mission-driven workplace.
Opportunities to lead learn and grow.
A voice in shaping programs that change lives.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us at .
Childrens Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
- Medical Dental and Vision coverage
- Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
- Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts
- 12 Holidays
- Competitive Vacation Benefits
- Training and Professional Development
- Education Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
