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 time with their children and supporting them in addressing 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

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
• Two years of human services experience preferred
• 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

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
• Extensive training and supervision provided

Skills

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

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 hourly, with additional compensation based upon experience and degree ($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. We support a healthy work/life balance in this job.