Functional Family Specialist

Four Oaks Family & Children Services • Cedar Rapids, IA

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About The Position

Four Oaks is seeking a Functional Family Specialist to provide home-based services to families throughout Iowa's 2nd Judicial District. The specialist works with families of adolescents ages 10–18, using the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model to help improve communication, strengthen relationships, address challenges, and build supportive home environments. Services include weekly home-based family therapy sessions and individualized support over an 8–26 week period. The role manages approximately 10–15 families and involves assessing needs, implementing interventions, tracking progress, connecting families with community resources, coordinating with partner organizations, and supporting transitions. A flexible schedule is required to accommodate families.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, human services, criminal justice, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in family therapy or youth services.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, home-based family therapy services to families with adolescents ages 10–18.
• Conduct a minimum of one-hour weekly family therapy sessions in the home.
• Apply the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model to assess family interactions, identify strengths and challenges, and develop interventions.
• Build trusting relationships with families and help improve communication, problem-solving, and positive family interactions.
• Manage a caseload of approximately 10–15 families, providing services over an 8–26 week period.
• Assess family needs, implement treatment interventions, monitor progress toward goals, and adjust strategies.
• Assist with community resource planning and connect families with services that promote stability and long-term success.
• Coordinate services with schools, healthcare professionals, referring workers, and community partners.
• Participate in case planning, permanency planning, and discharge coordination.
• Complete required documentation.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to meet with families at times that work best for their needs.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid leave package
• Seven paid holidays
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Educational discounts
• Fitness center discounts
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace
• Business casual work environment

What This Job Offers

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