Family Support Specialist - Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin Inc.

Family Services is a non-profit organization that protects, heals and cares for children and families throughout Northeast Wisconsin. Family Services is strongly committed to protecting children and vulnerable individuals from abuse and exploitation. When traumatic situations occur, our staff is there to assist the individual or family with their journey of healing and recovery. Family Services cares for individuals who are isolated, abandoned or just need help developing the skills to live successfully.

Parent Connection, a comprehensive home visitation program, has an immediate opening for a full-time Family Support Specialist working with first time parents based out of our Menasha office. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree; strong interpersonal skills; knowledge of community resources, child abuse and neglect prevention,maternal child health and child development. The ideal candidate will be flexible, independent, and possess excellent interpersonal and written skills. New hires will receive extensive training. Experience in Parents As Teachers home visiting is a plus. Candidates must also have experience with client services which embraces a concept of family support and the ability to engage families of diverse socio-economic status, race and ethnicity. Written documentation skills and data entry abilities along with a driver's license and reliable transportation are required.