Rock Family Support Specialist

Are you looking for a meaningful career 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! We are a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to helping families achieve their greatest potential.

JOB SUMMARY:

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 Child and 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 child visitations with family members and promote safety and family engagement.
• Provide parent coaching for positive interaction during child/family 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 child-family visits throughout Rock County, with mileage reimbursement. Position offers some flexibility to work hybrid when client visits are not scheduled.

SCHEDULE: Full-time 40 hours per week 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
• Competitive benefits package, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short-term disability; 401k and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• One of our health insurance plans is now offered with no monthly premium!

SALARY: $20.00 per hour

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.
• Must have 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.