Family Support Specialist

Make a difference with DSC!
Family Support Specialist Bi-Annual Retention Bonuses!

If youre looking for a career that is both rewarding and deeply meaningful DSC is currently accepting applications for the position of Family Support Specialist. Developmental Services Center (DSC) provides comprehensive services across the lifespan-from birth through adulthood-including family development case management employment residential respite and community day services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford Counties. As part of our team youll join a positive caring and mission-driven group of professionals dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live full self-directed lives. We offer an excellent work environment where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Family Support Specialist (FSS) at DSC you will provide prevention-focused support and resources for prenatal families and those with children - birth to three in Champaign County. The FSS promotes healthy child development and strengthens the parent-child relationship by coming alongside the caregivers to build resilience enhance protective factors and increase connections to community resources.

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in psychology Early Childhood Education Human and Family Development Social Work or related field.
At least one year of experience working with families with children under the age of five.
Knowledge of early childhood development and the impact of environmental and social factors on child development and caregiver-child interactions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build partnerships with families staff and community agencies.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse cultures families experiencing risk factors and teen parents.
Bilingual Spanish-speaking preferred

HOURS:
Full-Time: 40 hours a week

WHAT WE OFFER:
$45011.20 per year
Grant-funded retention bonuses - up to 2 payments for a maximum of $1200 per fiscal year! (depending on when in the grant year you are hired)
All benefits start day 1 of employment
21 days of paid time off (PTO) 10 paid holidays 1 personal holiday and 6 days of paid reserve sick leave per year
Medical dental life and disability coverage (starts first day of employment)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
Voluntary benefits including vision STD critical illness accident legal insurance and identity theft protection
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Employee referral program (up to $1000 per referral)
Family-oriented work environment casual dress and employee appreciation events
Employee assistance program
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