• Family Support Specialist

    Lutheran Services in Iowa (Waterloo, IA)


    Waterloo, IA, USA | Early Childhood | Hourly | 17.50 per hour | Full Time

     

    | Total Compensation Package

     

    LSI announces a gratifying opportunity for a full-time Family Support Specialist in the Waterloo area for our Early Childhood program serving Blackhawk county.

     

    What We Do

     

    As one of Iowa's most trusted human services agencies, LSI has a legacy of serving children and families for more than 160 years. Our Early Childhood Services provide critical care, guidance, and education to parents of young children across the state. Whether we're meeting with families through in-home weekly visits, connecting them to local resources in their community, or hosting support groups for parents to bond, this team makes a direct impact on the lives of the Iowans we are privileged to serve. You can join us on our mission to provide hope and healing.

     

    What You'll Do

     

    Want to make a difference in the life of children and families? Family Support Specialist(FSS) offer home visits to expectant parents and caregivers of small children, providing parenting education, support, and advocacy. Family Support Workers link parents to resources, promote optimal child health and development, and problem solve with parents. Family needs and abilities are evaluated on an ongoing basis. Family Support Specialists assist families in designing individualized support plans and empower families overtime to achieve their chosen goals. Our home visitation program is part of a nationwide initiative designed to empower families to become and remain healthy and strong.

     

    What You'll Need

     

    Preferred: Bachelor's degree in health or human service-related field or education.

     

    Required: Associates degree in health and human service-related field or education and 2 years of experience.

     

    How We'll Support You

    On top of joining the best team around, you can also receive:

    - A competitive salary

     

    - Comprehensive benefits

     

    - A flexible work schedule

     

    - A 401(k)

     

    - Generous paid time off

     

    - Health, dental, life, and vision insurance

     

    - Career-building opportunities

     

    - Special Team LSI perks like pet insurance and cell phone discounts through Verizon

     

    - Mileage Reimbursement

     

    Why You'll Love Working Here

     

    "This work fulfills my passion and purpose in helping caregivers provide a nurturing and accepting environment for their kids. I feel very humbled and privileged to be able to witness their journeys every day." - Mallory, an Early Childhood Services team member

     

    Who We Are

     

    LSI is an equal opportunity employer. At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued. You can learn more about our commitment at https://lsiowa.org/who-we-are/

     

    Ready to get started? Apply today!

     

    This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.