Family Engagement Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a Family Engagement Specialist to join our team at Easterseals Vermont. Our work involves facilitating family meetings and providing in-home support to strengthen families in DCF custody. The position requires coaching parents to ensure safe and nurturing times with their children and supporting them in meeting their children's needs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate family meetings
• Provide in-home support to strengthen families
• Coach parents to have safe and nurturing time with their children
• Support parents in meeting 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

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 that meets our coverage limits

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of child development and family dynamics

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
• PTO accrual starting on first day
• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one 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: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

Pay

$20.96 hourly, with additional compensation based on experience and degree ($21.46 for Associate’s degree; $21.96 for Bachelor’s degree; $23.46 for Master’s degree).

Schedule

Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. We support flexible scheduling to accommodate parents' individual needs.