Family Support Services Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

BECOME A YOUTH & FAMILY SPECIALIST TODAY FOR $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

Professional Services Group is hiring individuals who are passionate about supporting at-risk families to make a real difference in the lives of youth and families.

PSG is a community-based social services and human services agency dedicated to helping families achieve their full potential.

The Winnebago Parent Support Program with PSG provides intensive parenting education and support to parents in building safe and effective parenting strategies, with a focus on enhancing the parent-child relationship.

As the Youth and Family Specialist, you will work alongside families to address and support family goals related to : increasing family engagement, emotional regulation, addiction and recovery, behavior modification techniques, anger and stress management, basic life skills, and / or family budgeting skills.

Apply today to join our mission of supporting vulnerable youth and families!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE YOUTH AND FAMILY SPECIALIST :

• Create, implement, and review family treatment plans.
• Mentor families in accordance with their treatment plans.
• Provide parenting education, support, and advocacy through individual, family, and group work.
• Conduct regular home visits with families.
• Attend client court proceedings and provide updates on treatment progress, as required.
• Organize and facilitate structured group, individual and / or family activities.
• Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.
• Safely transport clients as needed.

LOCATION : Office is located in Oshkosh, WI with some local travel required to meet clients within the home or other community spaces.

Flexibility to work hybrid / remote two days per week. Must be able to meet in-person with families located in Winnebago County, Wisconsin.

SCHEDULE : Full-time 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. Hours are varied and will include several evenings per week. No weekends!

WHY WORK WITH PSG / CIP?

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
• Flexible hours and great work-life balance
• 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 a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Human Services, or related.
• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity / M / F / disability / protected veteran status.

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