What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Specialist CBVS position at The Family Resource Center?
About the Role The Family Resource Center is hiring a Family Support Specialist to provide case management and support to families in our DCYF-funded Community Based Voluntary Supports program. You'll work directly with families in the Berlin and Littleton area, building trusting relationships, helping them reach their goals, and connecting them with community resources — all with the goal of keeping kids safe and families strong.
What You'll Do
- Build strong relationships with enrolled families and meet with them in person at least twice a week
- Maintain a caseload of no more than 10 families at a time
- Use Motivational Interviewing techniques to support families in reaching their goals
- Complete assessments and collaborative service plans within program timelines
- Connect families with community resources (mental health, housing, transportation, and more)
- Maintain accurate documentation and attend weekly supervision
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, education, or a related human services field
- At least 2 years of experience working with children and families
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills
- Comfortable working independently in the field
- Ability to travel throughout the Berlin/Littleton area
- Ability to pass required background checks (BEAS, DCYF Central Registry, criminal background check)
Schedule Monday–Friday, generally 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, with some flexibility needed to meet family schedules.
Benefits
- 4 weeks paid FMLA
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Health and dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage Reimbursement
- SIMPLE IRA with employer matching
The Family Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18