Family Specialist

Family Specialist – Devereux

Join Devereux to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families. This role provides Family Preservation and Child Welfare case management services in Volusia, Flagler, and Putnam Counties and works closely with the Department of Children and Families.

This position supports families by connecting them to resources, preventing children from entering the foster care system, and developing family preservation plans. The Family Specialist engages families through team meetings, determines needs, implements resources, and coordinates referrals. The role maintains close contact with the assigned DCF investigator to provide updates on family progress throughout participation in the Family Builders Program.

Salary: Starts at $20.25–$23.08 per hour (rate based on education and experience). Eligible for a $1,000 sign‑on bonus.

Schedule: Full time; flexible schedule to accommodate families (not a 9‑5 position).

Location: Field‑based; coverage across Volusia, Flagler, and Putnam Counties.

• Paid time off: 24 days per year, increases with years of service; 64 hours of sick time per year.
• 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision benefits, pet insurance, and student loan debt assistance. 30‑day eligibility waiting period for new hires. Benefits portal: .org
• ASCEND Tuition Program: 100% tuition covered (up to $15,000 undergraduate, $25,000 graduate).
• ASCEND Student Loan Repayment program.
• Payactiv platform for earned‑wage access.
• Employee Assistance Program and employee discounts via Carebridge.
• Service awards for five‑year increments (5, 10, 15, etc.).

• Bachelor’s degree in a social services related field.

• Three years of experience providing direct services to at‑risk children and families.

• Complete a 3‑day new hires orientation class via MSTeams (~9:00 am–5:00 pm each day).
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Pass pre‑employment medical screenings: drug test and TB test.

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest non‑profit organizations delivering behavioral healthcare services. Founded in 1912, the organization serves over 10,000 children, adults, and families annually through clinical, therapeutic, educational, and employment programs.

Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive differences.

Servant leadership is embedded throughout; a people‑first mindset drives compassionate, high‑quality programming. Devereux fosters an inclusive environment that encourages open dialogue, brave spaces, and a focus on service and community impact.

• Medical, dental, prescription, preventive care, and mental health services (including telemedicine). Benefits portal:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time‑off, 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
• Employee assistance and work‑life balance program.

Mid‑Senior Level

Full‑time

Other

Non‑profit Organizations and Mental Health Care

Devereux is a drug‑free workplace; drug screening required. EOE.