Support Worker

TFI Family Services, Inc.•Garden City, KS

About The Position

Provides direct support to families in the Family Preservation Program to promote child safety, stability, and well-being. The Support Worker collaborates with case managers, therapists, and community partners to help families access necessary services and meet case plan goals. The role involves providing support in home, school, and community settings, coordinating community resources, offering coaching and crisis intervention, and helping families overcome barriers to engagement and service success. The position may require transporting clients and attending court proceedings. Average hourly compensation is $16.63, including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, shift differential, and other listed components.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and ability to transport clients.
Complete a Predictive Index assessment as part of the application process.

Responsibilities

Provide daily direct and indirect support to families in home, school, and community settings.
Coordinate community resources, including healthcare, childcare, housing, employment, and benefits.
Collaborate with case managers and therapists to implement case plans.
Offer emotional support, coaching, crisis intervention, and parenting guidance.
Assist families with accessing services such as SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, and employment support.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and prepare records for audits.
Identify and address barriers to family engagement and service success.
Transport clients as required and attend court proceedings when applicable.
Support ongoing communication between families and service providers.
Promote teamwork, cultural sensitivity, and agency values.