Delaware Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a full-time Family Development Specialist for our Hamden location.

Pay range to start at $22.05 per hour, 35 hours per week.

The ideal candidate must be hard working, reliable, possess the ability to assist and advocate for clients in need in a non-judgmental way. Works well with a team and independently.

Responsibilities:

Staff will assess clients strengths and suitability for the program, screen for eligibility, encourage self-sufficiency through assisting with establishing attainable goals, conduct regular visits with enrolled families, provide referrals, support, advocacy to assist with attaining goals, maintain case files, attend regular staff meetings, promote the Family Development model and publicize family development within the community

Skills required:

Ability to relate well to people of varying socio-economic backgrounds; good communication skills, integrity and ability to work independently and as a team. Candidate must have a bachelor’s degree and/or experience working with low income families.

If you feel you meet our requirements please send in an application and your resume to jhartwell@delop.org. Applications can be found on our website www.delawareopportunities.org or picked up at our Hamden site, 35430 State Highway 10 Hamden, NY 13782. If you have any questions, please call Janelle 607-746-1718

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.05 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person