Family Support Specialist-Visitation

Community Care ME • Skowhegan, ME

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Community Care is hiring a Visit Support Worker to supervise visits between children and family members in a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere, supporting families as they work toward reunification. The role may be full-time depending on availability and flexibility, and is also suitable for people seeking supplemental income or part-time work that can accommodate school or work schedules. Extensive training and supervision are provided.

Visit Support Workers supervise visits and provide structure and guidance to participants. Visits take place at Family Visitation Centers, in family homes, or in the community, as determined by the Family Plan. The role may include transporting youth to and from visits as needed. Multiple shifts are available, with peak hours between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have at least 6 months of experience working with children and families.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Have a State of Maine driver's license.
• Be able to lift young children in and out of vehicles and car seats, and carry infants in car seats or young children to and from vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Supervise visits between children and family members.
• Provide structure and guidance to visit participants.
• Conduct visits at Family Visitation Centers, in family homes, or in the community, as determined by the Family Plan.
• Transport youth to and from visits as necessary.
• Support families in working toward reunification.

Benefits

• Competitive wage; employees are paid for all hours worked.
• Medical and dental coverage for full-time and some part-time employees.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Supportive team environment.
• Supervision and training.
• Company cell phone provided.

What This Job Offers

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