What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilitator - Social Worker position at Families First Counseling Services?
Help Families Find Solutions and Build Stronger Futures
Use your leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to bring families and support teams together to create lasting change.
Families First is looking for a compassionate, organized professional to join our team as a Facilitator. In this rewarding role, you will lead Family Focused Meetings (FFMs), Post Removal Conferences (PRCs), and Child Safety Conferences (CSCs) that help families identify strengths, develop solutions, and achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
This position offers flexible scheduling and meaningful work while collaborating with families, HHS, community partners, and other support systems. Travel throughout the service area is required.
This position serves families in Cedar Rapids and surrounding communities throughout Linn County. Frequent local travel is required.
Why Join Families First?
- Meaningful work that changes lives
- Extensive training and professional development
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to facilitate positive family outcomes
- Collaborative work with community partners
- Independence and flexibility in your workday
What You'll Do
- Facilitate Family Focused Meetings, Post Removal Conferences, and Child Safety Conferences.
- Partner with families and professionals to develop plans that promote child safety, permanency, and family stability.
- Coordinate and prepare for meetings by gathering information and engaging participants.
- Guide productive discussions, build consensus, and encourage meaningful family participation.
- Develop and document action plans, goals, and next steps.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation and reporting.
- Collaborate with HHS, service providers, caregivers, and community partners.
- Support families in identifying strengths, resources, and solutions to achieve lasting change.
Qualifications
You must meet one of the following requirements:
- Associate's Degree in a human services-related field and two years of full-time child welfare experience; OR
- Bachelor's Degree and one year of full-time child welfare experience; OR
- Master's Degree and one year of full-time child welfare experience.
About Families First
Families First is one of Iowa's leading providers of family-centered, in-home, and community-based services. Every day, our employees help children and families navigate challenges, build strengths, and achieve stability.
- Accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA)
- Serving approximately 3,000 individuals annually
- Providing services in 57 Iowa counties
- Employing approximately 300 dedicated professionals statewide
Join Our Team - Apply Today!
If you're passionate about helping families thrive and enjoy guiding collaborative discussions that lead to positive outcomes for children and families, we'd love to hear from you.
Families First is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pre-employment background check required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38,850.00 - $45,150.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $38,850 - $45,150