Family Engagement Specialist

Easterseals NH • Rutland, VT

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About The Position

Easterseals Vermont is seeking a Family Engagement Specialist to facilitate family meetings and provide in-home support to strengthen families. The role includes coaching parents to have safe, nurturing time with children placed in DCF custody and supporting parents in meeting their children’s needs in the moment. The specialist contacts extended family members to explore familial support and creates genograms. The position works closely with the Department of Children and Families - Family Services Division, while maintaining separate, comfortable offices. Extensive training and supervision are provided. The role is full time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., with flexibility to accommodate parents’ individual schedules.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Reliable personal vehicle with insurance that meets the agency's coverage limits.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field preferred.
• Two years of human services experience preferred.
• Understanding of complex issues facing families, including past trauma, substance use disorders, domestic violence, mental health issues, and generational poverty.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate family meetings.
• Provide in-home support to strengthen families in their homes.
• Coach parents to have safe and nurturing time with children placed in DCF custody.
• Support parents in meeting their children's needs in the moment.
• Call extended family members to explore familial support.
• Create genograms.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage for eligible full-time employees.
• Paid time off begins accruing on the first day.
• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of the employee's choice.
• Holiday pay for staff scheduled to work in programs that remain open during holidays, according to program guidelines.
• 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, including nutritional counseling and reimbursement programs for weight loss and tobacco cessation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed