Part-Time Family Support Specialist

Position Overview

The Healthy Families Program is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the part‑time, hourly position of Family Support Specialist based in Waycross, GA. The role focuses on providing home‐based support to families for up to five years, helping strengthen parent‑child relationships and fostering long‑term well‑being.

The Southeast Health District is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of people in Southeast Georgia. With clinic locations in 16 counties, we serve communities across the region.

• Professional impact – build your career where it matters.
• Workplace flexibility to support your personal and professional life.
• Dynamic and diverse team – collaborate with colleagues who share ideas.
• Career growth opportunities for learning and development.
• Hands‑on culture of engagement and problem solving.
• Pride in being part of public health impact.

• Initiate and maintain regular contact with families, primarily within the home.

• Implement strength‑based, family‑centered interventions to build trusting relationships.

• Help parents strengthen parenting skills, optimize the home environment, and enhance problem‑solving abilities.

• Identify and refer families to supportive agencies, including health care appointments.

• Assist families in setting goals and developing action plans.

• Conduct assessments of the child’s normal growth and development.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Minimum one year of experience in a support role involving coaching or mentoring.

• Knowledge of functional business areas relevant to the training setting.

• Post‑secondary education in child development or education.

• Bilingual proficiency.

• Experience working with children and families, establishing trusting relationships.

• Acceptance of individual differences and ability to collaborate with culturally diverse families.

• Solid understanding of infant and child development.

SEHD encourages wellness activities and allows up to 30 minutes per workday for designated wellness breaks.

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. SEHD will verify educational credentials. The selected candidate may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a criminal background check, and may be required to assist with emergency responsibilities. Drug and medical screening, as well as fingerprint criminal records investigation, may be required.

SEHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered, but applicants may not receive notification if not selected.

Position may close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.