Child and Family Support Specialist - Community Support Services (Billings, MT)

About the role

AWARE is looking for a child and family support specialist to join our team. The support we provide helps adults, children, and families become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. We are a compassionate and fully engaged team dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients, with a culture of care and a commitment to unconditional support for those in need.

We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected, along with competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with AWARE’s Clinical Professionals in providing services as assigned and developed through prescribed curriculum lesson plans.
• Spend time with client and family as assigned and/or as identified on the treatment plan.
• Assess client, family, and environments utilizing assessment tools.
• Coordinate and conduct the team process to develop a comprehensive Individualized Treatment Plan.
• Provide services to identified children and families to assist in gaining access to:
  • Medical Services
  • Social Services
  • Educational Services
  • Vocational Services
  • Recreational Services

Requirements

• A thorough understanding of human services, resources, and tools.
• The ability to assess clients (and families) from a strengths model perspective, along with the skills, knowledge, and abilities to develop a theoretical perspective.
• The ability to work with a variety of people.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• A BS/BA Degree in a Human Services Related Field is preferred; an equivalency can be used based on documented work history, education, and volunteer experience.

Pay

AWARE child and family support specialists earn $19.75 - $21.92 per hour.

Benefits

• Annual raises
• Tuition Advancement Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Wellness programs
• Generous paid time off