Family Support Specialist (Floyd, Mitchell, and Chickasaw Counties)

What We Do

As one of Iowa's most trusted human services agencies, LSI has a legacy of serving children and families for more than 160 years. Our Early Childhood Services provide critical care, guidance, and education to parents of young children across the state. We meet families through in‑home weekly visits, connect them to local resources, and host support groups for parents to bond, making a direct impact on the lives of Iowans.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct home visits with expectant parents and caregivers of small children.
• Provide parenting education, support, and advocacy during visits.
• Link parents to community resources and services.
• Promote optimal child health and development.
• Problem‑solve with parents to address challenges.
• Continuously evaluate family needs and abilities.
• Assist families in designing individualized support plans.
• Empower families over time to achieve their chosen goals.
• Maintain ongoing contact with families via telephone.

What You’ll Need

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a health‑ or human‑service‑related field or education.
• Required: Associate’s degree in a health‑ or human‑service‑related field or education, plus 2 years of relevant experience.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and a good driving record.
• Ability to pass an extensive background check, including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry, and a criminal history check.

How We’ll Support You

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible work schedule
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• Career‑building opportunities
• Special Team LSI perks such as pet insurance and cell‑phone discounts through Verizon

Who We Are

LSI is an equal‑opportunity employer. We respect diverse life experiences, cultures, and heritages, and strive to ensure that all voices are heard and valued. Learn more about our commitment at https://lsiowa.org/who-we-are/.