Rock Family Support Specialist

Are you looking for a meaningful part-time position to make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to gain valuable experience in the human services field while helping families in your community? Join our team at Professional Services Group!

PSG is now seeking passionate individuals to join our Family Support program, where you will have a vital role in reducing the sense of abandonment children experience during out-of-home placements. As the Family Support Specialist, you will maintain family relationships by enhancing and supporting parenting skills. Family Support Specialists also identify and resolve problems both before and after children return home.

Apply today to join our team and make a real impact on the lives of families in our community!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALIST:

• Create and review desired behavior change goals with family.
• Facilitate visitations with family members, and promote safety and family engagement.
• Provide parent coaching during child/family interaction visitation.
• Evaluate youth and families for treatment needs and refer to appropriate resources.
• Act as a resource to evaluate and determine necessary responses in de-escalating crisis situations with youth and families.
• Provide designated parent curriculum in individual and/or group settings.
• Safely transport clients as needed and practice safe infant/child car seat installation and use.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

LOCATION: Janesville, WI. Local travel will be required to complete client visits throughout Rock County, with mileage reimbursement. Position offers some flexibility to work remote when client visits are not scheduled. Must be able to meet in-person with clients in Rock County, Wisconsin.

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; evenings, weekends, and/or holidays may be required.

WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Benefits offered to part-time employees include: 401k and profit sharing, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SALARY: $20.00 per hour

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.
• Must have at minimum, a completed Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related.
• Previous experience working with at-risk youth and families is preferred, but not required.