Family Support Specialist - Nassau Family Resource Center

EAC Network•Village of Hempstead, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Family Support Specialist! Are you passionate about supporting families and youth, and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full time Family Support Specialist for our new program, Nassau Family Resource Center.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 2 years relevant experience working with individuals and families.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Must be proficient in office and computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar program, and e-mail and/or database software skills necessary to perform job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake interviews and family assessments.
Utilize the Protective Factors Instrument (PFI) at baseline and three months post-enrollment.
Provide individualized resource navigation, referral coordination, and follow-up to ensure families are connected to appropriate services.
Facilitate support groups, assist with workshop preparation and logistics.
Enter all required data into the OCFS Prevention Database.
Establish and maintain ongoing, strengths-based relationships with families.
Ensure that services are responsive to each family’s identified needs and desired outcomes.