Family Engagement Specialist
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Job Description:
Easterseals Vermont is the leading agency in the state in working hand-in-hand with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) to find family-centered solutions that promote child welfare and create safety and well-being.
Are you interested in doing meaningful mission-driven work with families Are you looking for an agency that ensures a good work-life balance and is family-friendly Then come join our Easterseals Vermont team!
Were offering a $1500 sign-on bonus! Paid at 3 and 6 months of continued full-time employment - the bonus is subject to all taxes deductions and voluntary deductions elected.
We are looking for a Family Engagement Specialist to join our team! Our work is challenging but we strive to create strong teams and love to learn and laugh together! As a Family Engagement Specialist you will be responsible for facilitating family meetings and providing in-home support to strengthen families in their homes. You will coach parents to have safe and nurturing time with their children who are placed in DCF custody and support them to meet the needs of their children in the moment. You will also call extended family members to explore familial support and create genograms. While we work closely with Department of Children and Families - Family Services Division we have our own separate and comfortable offices! We are searching for candidates who understand the complex issues facing families including past trauma substance use disorders domestic violence mental health issues and generational poverty. Extensive training and supervision are provided.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
- Two years of human services experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills
- Valid drivers license clean driving record and ability to pass a background check are required
- Your own reliable vehicle with insurance that meets our coverage limits is required.
Hours: Full time 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. We are hoping for flexibility to support parents individual schedules. We support a healthy work/life balance in this job.
Compensation: Starting $20 hourly. Additional compensation is based upon degree in a related field ($20.50 for Associates degree; $21.00 for Bachelors degree; $22.50 for Masters degree).
Whats in it for you We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time eligible employees including:
- Medical Dental Vision Life & Disability
- PTO begins accruing on your first day!
- 10 Paid Holidays includes a floating holiday of your choice
- 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3% Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
- Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
- Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation
To learn more about this role please click on the blue Apply Now button below to submit your application. Difficulty submitting your application Contact Jess: or
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Employment Type
Full-Time
