Family Engagement Specialist
About The Position
Boys & Girls Aid is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff with diverse backgrounds. We will honor your unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. We are an inclusive community dedicated to investing in relationships and authentically valuing others. Boys & Girls Aid is an anti-racist, LGBTQIA2S+ positive organization. This position is primarily remote and serve s most counties in Douglas, Coos, Curry, Josephine, Jackson, Klamath and Lake Counties. The position requires travel throughout the region, and candidates may reside anywhere within the covered counties . Boys & Girls Aid is looking to hire a full-time Family Engagement Specialist in Southern Oregon . Are you an effective communicator who builds strong, positive relationships? Are you passionate about helping children find permanent, loving homes? If yes, this could be the perfect role for you! Why Join Us? About Boys & Girls Aid Founded in 1885, our mission is to ensure every child in foster care grows up in a family. We teach and model healthy environments, invest in relationships, and create opportunities for children. As part of our team, you will promote social justice for youth in foster care, juvenile justice, or experiencing homelessness. We value our employees through open communication, transparency, and honesty. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer a healthy work-life balance. What You'll Do As a Family Engagement Specialist, you will:
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field + 2 years' experience in social work, counseling, psychology, or related area
- A minimum of 4 years of direct work experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid driver's license + good driving record
- Must be able to drive own vehicle regularly according to case load during the daylight and night.
Nice To Haves
- Spanish bilingual skills are a plus but not for success in this role
Responsibilities
- Locate and engage relatives, kin , and community members connected to children in foster care
- Review ODHS case records to identify supportive adults
- Partner with the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS)
- Support safe, healthy, permanent relationships between children and families
- Help strengthen children's sense of belonging and stability
- Collaborate with youth, families, ODHS staff, resource families, and community partners
- Handle multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
Benefits
- Pay: $ 21.60 - $22.00 per hour
- Medical, dental, life insurance, AD&D insurance
- Flexible time off and holiday pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) retirement plan with 4% organization contribution after 6 months
- Agency qualifies for Student Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
