Family Support Specialist

If you're looking for a way to make a positive change in your community, LSI is looking for you. Join our team today!

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.

Family Support Specialists (FSS) offer home visits to expectant parents and caregivers of small children, providing parenting education, support, and advocacy. FSS 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. FSS assist families in designing individualized support plans and empower families over time to achieve their chosen goals.

This position will primarily meet with clients in the home and maintain contact via telephone in the counties of Clinton and Jackson.

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

Required:

Associate’s degree in health and human service‑related field or education and 2 years of experience.

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

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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

It's their life. It's your career. Make a difference in both at LSI!

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.