Family Engagement Specialist

About the role

Easterseals Vermont is seeking a Family Engagement Specialist to join our team. This position works closely with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) to provide in-home support and facilitate family meetings for families with children in DCF custody.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate family meetings and provide in-home support to strengthen families in their homes.
• Coach parents to have safe and nurturing time with their children.
• Support parents to meet the needs of their children in the moment.
• Call extended family members to explore familial support and create genograms.
• Work closely with Department of Children and Families - Family Services Division while maintaining a separate office space.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Two years of human services experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to pass a background check.
• Your own reliable vehicle with insurance meeting our coverage limits.

Qualifications

• Extensive training and supervision are provided.
• Understanding of complex issues facing families including past trauma, substance use disorders, domestic violence, mental health issues, and generational poverty.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with family engagement and support services.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance.
• PTO accrues on first day of employment.
• 10 paid holidays, including a floating holiday of your choice.
• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%.
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment.
• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment.
• Wellness programs such as nutritional counseling services and reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation.

Pay

$20 hourly, with additional compensation based upon degree in a related field ($20.50 for Associate’s degree; $21.00 for Bachelor’s degree; $22.50 for Master’s degree).

Schedule

Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Flexible scheduling is supported to accommodate parents' individual needs.