Family Support Worker Family Resource Center

at  Eliot Community Human Services

Eliot is currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Family Support Worker to provide in-person support and assistance to families receiving services at our Family Resource Center. The ideal candidate will conduct intake assessments and design creative workshops to develop family support plans and ensure their continued success. Individuals with a bachelor’s degree in social work or experience work with youth and families are strongly encouraged to apply.
Our Family Resource Center is part of a statewide network of community-based program offering multi-cultural parenting programs, support groups, early childhood services information and referral resources. Our goal is to support families to strengthen their bonds, connect to others, and engage in their community.

EDUCATION

Preferred

• High School or better

SKILLS

Required

• Computer Software Skills
• Administrative Tasks
• Communication Skills
• Experience with population

Preferred

• Bilingual

• Conduct intake assessment with FRC approved tools and screening measures.
• Ensure that family support plans are culturally sensitive/strengths based and reflect identified needs and preferences.
• Develop and execute creative and “outside the box” interventions to support individuals and/or families.
• Conduct workshops or groups as assigned.
• Respond to requests from families and community stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain community partnerships to enhance services.
• Coordinate and communicate with the administrative staff to support the resolution of administrative issues related to the operation of the program.