Family Success Coach-BRIDGE

Central Missouri Community Action • Columbia, MO

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

BRIDGE is seeking a compassionate, relationship-focused Family Success Coach in Columbia, to support elementary school children and their families. This role partners closely with local public schools while primarily working with families in their homes and the community to help remove barriers to student success. As a Family Success Coach, you will build relationships with families through regular home visits, assess strengths and needs, connect families to community resources, set goals, and provide ongoing coaching and support. You will collaborate with teachers and school staff to help children thrive both at home and at school. Desired candidate should possess strong communication, computer skills, reliable attendance, and have a desire to help those in need. Our ideal candidate is an upbeat, compassionate individual who is willing to work in a fast-paced, structured environment with high standards.

Requirements

• Associate's degree is required
• 2 years' work experience in a social service related field
• General knowledge of family involvement practices
• Working knowledge of family development and social services
• Strong communication skills
• Computer skills
• Reliable attendance

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human and Family Studies, or related field preferred
• Upbeat, compassionate individual
• Willing to work in a fast-paced, structured environment with high standards

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with families through regular home visits
• Assess family strengths and needs
• Connect families to community resources
• Set goals with families
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to families
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to help children thrive both at home and at school

Benefits

• Excellent insurance package
• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid 2 week winter break
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity to become certified with a Family Development Credential (FDC) during the first 2 years of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree