Family Support Specialist 1

The Connection • Bridgeport, CT

34d • $22 - $22

About The Position

The Family Support Specialist 1 works with the Supportive Housing for Families team in a child welfare program that provides intensive case management, vocational supports, and temporary housing subsidies to families experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. The program aims to support family reunification and prevent the removal of children from their families. The specialist provides intensive in-home case management to help clients achieve individual goals and address homelessness, unemployment, mental illness, and substance use in collaboration with treatment providers, natural supports, and community resources.

The position is based at Main Street Bridgeport in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Newly hired employees must attend a two-day mandatory New Hire Orientation at The Connection’s Roscommon office in Middletown.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong case management experience and skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster effective working relationships.
• Motivation, passion, and commitment to The Connection’s mission.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with Motivational Interviewing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly in-home visits to support clients in developing and achieving goals related to housing, employment, and treatment.
• Identify resources and facilitate referrals, as needed, for housing, eligible benefits, substance use, mental health, counseling, child-specific services, life skills such as budgeting, and vocational and educational opportunities.
• Collaborate regularly and proactively with stakeholders, including DCF, treatment providers, landlords, internal staff, and departments.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
• Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and other voluntary coverages.
• Professional development opportunities and trainings.
• 12 paid vacation days for full-time employees.
• Paid sick and personal time.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level