Family Specialist Part Time (1050)

Lutheran Services Florida • Brandon, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is seeking a talented Family Specialist to make an impact in the lives of others. The Family Specialist is responsible for providing Center orientation to new families and offering direct assistance to families requiring additional support with applications or referral consents. This role will also aid in the implementation and facilitation of family support programming, as well as center-driven programming and events. LSF envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• A minimum of two years’ experience in serving families.
• The Family Specialist will be knowledgeable in community resources to provide assistance in implementing strength-based family programming and facilitating center-driven programming or events.
• Must maintain confidentiality of all client information.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of family support programming
• Provide Center orientation to new families
• Provide direct assistance to families that require additional support in completing applications or referral consents
• Refer and link families to appropriate programs and community resources as needed
• Coordinate and facilitate Center-driven programming and events
• Support partner agencies with program registration and follow-up
• Support the efforts of all CBFRC staff
• Document services, maintain records, complete reports, purchase supplies, input data into a data base system
• Ensure Center is a safe warm welcoming environment for all
• Maintain cooperative working relationship with co-workers, supervisors, families, partners and the community
• Work to support Center and collaborative outcomes
• Follow all CBFRC Policies and Procedures
• Perform targeted outreach as needed
• Perform daily operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned
• Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
• Understand the value and foundation of the Protective Factors framework
• Practice Family Support Principles
• Cross trained to perform daily operating procedures
• Participate in Center events and work to support contractual outcomes
• Obtain training in the Center data system: Attendance and Needs Tracking System and maintain member confidentiality
• Bilingual employees may be needed to review and/or translate (verbal or written communications)
• Attend mandatory trainings and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need.
• Growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED