Visitation Specialist

Family Children First Council is seeking a - Part time employee who is a compassionate, confident, and highly organized Visitation Specialist to help families grow stronger and work toward reunification. The ideal candidate won’t just supervise visits - they will stay calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and maintain strong boundaries while providing real-time coaching and modeling of safe, nurturing parenting skills.

This role is perfect for someone who can ensure a secure environment, intervene when safety concerns arise, and collaborate closely with parents, child welfare staff, foster parents, and other service providers.

Job :

Under the direct supervision of the Family Children First Council (FCFC) Director, the Visitation Specialist
- Unit Support Worker 2 position provides structured support to families by facilitating safe, consistent, and developmentally appropriate visitation services, while assisting with administrative, clerical, and unit-wide operational tasks to ensure effective coordination of programs that promote child well-being and family stability.

Additional responsibilities include providing active, real-time coaching, modeling, and positive reinforcement to parents during visits; supervising parent-child interactions to ensure a safe and secure environment; and intervening immediately when safety concerns arise. This position also collaborates with parents, child welfare professionals, foster parents, and other service providers; maintains accurate, detailed, and objective documentation; facilitates pre- and post-visit meetings to discuss goals, progress, and feedback;

assists with transportation; and attends court hearings as needed.

• Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years’ experience working with children and families,
• Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and coach adults, particularly in child development, nurturing, and behavioral management.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to create objective, non-judgmental reports.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive criminal background check and child abuse registry check.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)

• Ability to monitor active children (running, playing).
• Ability to lift up to 30-40 lbs.

• Starting rate $17.57/ hour. Direct or relevant experience may also be considered.
• Potential opportunities for full time
• Family type atmosphere with friendly, helpful staff.
• OPERS Retirement
• Mileage reimbursement at federal rate.
• Potential paid sick and vacation leave.
• Schedule Flexibility