FCS-Solution Focused Meeting Facilitator

Four Oaks Family & Children Services•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

Four Oaks is seeking a compassionate, organized, and motivated Solution Focused Meeting Facilitator to bring families, youth, and support teams together. The facilitator guides Solution Focused Meetings (SFMs) and Youth Transition Decision Making (YTDM) meetings, creating a welcoming and respectful setting where participants can share strengths, concerns, and goals. The role helps families identify challenges, develop solutions, and create plans that promote stability, independence, and long-term success. The facilitator prepares participants before meetings, collaborates with HHS workers, Family Centered Services providers, and other professionals, and connects families with community services and support systems. The position also involves scheduling meetings, maintaining accurate documentation, meeting agency and contractual requirements, completing required training, and providing services outside traditional business hours when needed. The role is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with frequent travel of up to 50%.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Ability to communicate, listen, connect, and lead conversations with families and support teams.
Ability to remain calm and professional when facilitating difficult conversations or responding to crisis situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field of study.
Previous experience in child welfare.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and facilitate Solution Focused Meetings (SFMs) and Youth Transition Decision Making (YTDM) meetings.
Create a welcoming, respectful environment where families and youth can share their strengths, concerns, and goals.
Guide discussions to help families identify challenges, develop solutions, and create plans for moving forward.
Engage families, youth, and team members before meetings so they understand the process and are prepared to participate.
Collaborate with HHS workers, Family Centered Services providers, and other professionals to coordinate communication and support.
Help identify community services, interventions, and support systems that promote stability and long-term self-sufficiency.
Remain calm, professional, and solution-focused during difficult conversations and crisis situations.
Coordinate meeting schedules, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure services meet agency and contractual requirements.
Complete required training in Solution Based Casework (SBC), Solution Focused Meeting facilitation, and Youth Transition Decision Making.
Work collaboratively with team members and provide services outside traditional business hours when needed to accommodate families and youth.