Healthy Families, Family Support Specialist (Page County)

About the role

The Healthy Families Page County Family Support Specialist (FSS) is responsible for providing family-centered, strength-based and culturally competent support and interventions for assigned families. Training on the Healthy Families model will be provided. Activity will occur primarily in family homes throughout Page County, VA using an evidence-based model and curriculum.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Establish trusting relationships with families and maintain regular family contact through home visiting during which family-centered, strength-based education, support and resources are provided following an established goal plan.
• Participate as a member of the Healthy Families Page County team in support of families through home visiting and the provision of education, resources, and support.
• Participate in reflective supervision with the supervisor and support the team-based program model through a spirit of collaboration.
• Issue initial assessments and ongoing assessment tools discussed with the family during the home visits using a strength-based, family-centered approach.
• The FSS will complete developmental screenings, and referrals and provide follow-through on additional interventions needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults, infants, and toddlers.
• Knowledge of trauma-responsive and healing strategies that create an environment of safety, empowerment, and self-efficacy.
• Knowledge of signs, symptoms, and referral process related to suspected child abuse and neglect.
• Able to document appropriately in client records.
• Able to communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Able to provide clear and accurate written reports of parent interviews.

Conditions Of Employment

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

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