Family Development Specialist, Steel Valley Family Center

Allegheny Intermediate Unit-posted 4 months ago
$35,000 - $35,000/Yr
Full-time
Pittsburgh, PA
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The position involves comprehensive family engagement and assessment, providing support and advocacy, educating parents on child development, and collaborating with community partners. The role requires conducting intake assessments, developing individualized family development plans, and providing case management services to address various family needs. The candidate will also be responsible for maintaining accurate case files and tracking family progress for program evaluations.

  • Conduct comprehensive intake assessments to identify family strengths, needs, and goals.
  • Build trusting relationships with families, promoting open communication and engagement.
  • Develop and implement individualized family development plans with measurable outcomes.
  • Provide case management services to address housing, education, employment, childcare, and healthcare needs.
  • Advocate for families by coordinating with community agencies and service providers.
  • Guide families in developing skills for financial literacy, parenting, and conflict resolution.
  • Educate parents on child development milestones, effective parenting strategies, and creating nurturing home environments.
  • Offer resources and referrals for early childhood education, healthcare, and developmental screenings.
  • Support families in building strong parent-child relationships and fostering school readiness.
  • Collaborate with community partners, schools, and service organizations to build a network of support for families.
  • Represent the program at community events, meetings, and outreach initiatives to raise awareness and recruit participants.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files, records, and reports in compliance with program guidelines.
  • Track family progress and prepare data for program evaluations and grant reporting.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of program policies and procedures.
  • Bachelor's degree in social work, family studies, education, or a related field.
  • Associate's degree in social work, family studies, education, or a related field (preferred).
  • High School degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience working with families in a case management or advocacy role.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse families effectively.
  • Knowledge of family dynamics, child development, and community resources.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple cases.
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive or challenging family situations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software.
  • Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits and community outreach.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, to meet family needs.
  • FACES 260 Classified Benefits
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