Healthy Families Kent County Family Support Specialist

Family Futures • Grand Rapids, MI

3d • $51,834 - $51,834 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Family Support Specialist for Healthy Families Kent County is responsible for providing in-home visits to support parent-child relationships, child development, and family well-being. This position will conduct screenings, offer referrals, maintain confidentiality, and ensure compliance with program standards, while also engaging in professional development and adhering to safety regulations.

Requirements

• The Family Support Specialist must have 2 years of current and progressive experience working with children and families, a valid driver’s license per program specifications, physical and psychological ability to complete the job.
• Candidates must be able to work a non-traditional schedule based upon program requirements.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse populations
• Ability to document work clearly and concisely, and in a timely manner
• Working knowledge of community systems, private health care systems, collateral agencies
• Knowledge of child development, attachment relationships, and age-appropriate activities
• Knowledge of developmental screening tools
• Knowledge of health care needs of young children
• Ability to do person/family centered planning
• Knowledge about recipient’s rights and HIPAA compliance requirements
• Knowledge of code of ethics and a history of ethical behavior
• Ability to work independently within a team structure
• Ability to work in a community-based setting
• Knowledge regarding program specific expectations

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Assists individuals and families in achieving positive outcomes based on care plans and program requirements.
• Promotes healthy, nurturing parent-child relationships and supports child healthcare needs.
• Screens for child development and provide referrals to community resources.
• Maintains ethical behavior, confidentiality, and customer service with internal and external clients.
• Meets established program standards for productivity and service delivery.
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity, integrates cultural competencies, and engages in ongoing cultural development.
• Ensures documentation meets organization and program standards for quality and timeliness.
• Fosters teamwork, accountability, and positive communication with colleagues and supervisors.
• Adheres to safety regulations, completes required training, and follows transportation laws when transporting families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees