Family Support Manager for Southwest Collier
Listed on 2026-02-14
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Management
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Social Work
Overview
Applicants for this position must live in Collier County.
The Better Together team seeks a Family Support Manager to manage and directly support families in crisis through our Better Families Program in Southwest Florida, which includes Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hendry, Lee, Manatee and Sarasota Counties. He or she will direct all aspects of family support needs including evaluating the situation, matching families to approved volunteer host families, facilitating intakes, developing life goals and plans, and working with and advising host and/or mentor families to achieve successful reunification.
An ideal candidate will have a Human Service-related degree and a Masters in Social Work or equivalent experience working with vulnerable children and families. They should feel called to help children and families in crisis and share our passion for keeping children out of foster care and families together. They should have demonstrated skills in leadership, communication, organization, networking, coaching/training, and motivating volunteers and the community.
He or she will be a self-starter who is comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision, has a demonstrated ability to analyze problems and find creative solutions, and thrives when challenged.
At Better Together, we are a mission-first team that shows up with purpose, humility, and grit. Our culture is shaped by five core values that guide how we lead, how we serve, and how we grow. If these values reflect who you are and how you work, you may be a great fit for our team.
We lead with empathy, humility, and integrity. We treat every person with dignity, make people feel seen and valued, and do what’s right even when it’s hard.
- Do you treat people with respect, no matter their background or behavior?
- Do you make decisions based on what’s best for others, not just yourself?
Gratitude fuels our joy and shapes how we show up. We focus on what’s possible, not what’s missing. We uplift others, celebrate progress, and keep perspective—even in the tough seasons.
- Do you stay positive and solutions-focused when challenges arise?
- Do you regularly speak encouragement and appreciation to your teammates?
We are hungry, humble, and people-smart. We take initiative, lift others up, and work wisely with all kinds of people. The best teams aren’t made of perfect people—they’re made of teachable ones.
- Do you take ownership and go the extra mile without being asked?
- Are you open to feedback and constantly looking for ways to grow?
We don’t quit when things get hard. We press in with courage, keep a growth mindset, and do whatever it takes to get the job done. We don’t waste time on drama—we stay focused on the mission.
- Do you rise to challenges with resilience and a clear head?
- Do you consistently push through discomfort to deliver results?
We carry the mission in our hearts and act like owners. We take full responsibility, build capacity in ourselves and others, and do the work that matters most.
- Are you passionate about transforming lives and communities through your work?
- Do you take initiative and show up fully—because you believe this mission is worth it?
We don’t hire just for talent. We hire for alignment, character, and commitment to the mission. Expect honest conversations about these values throughout the hiring process.
Roles and ResponsibilitiesThe Family Support Manager is responsible for making decisions and taking actions appropriate to ensure that every child has a permanent home that provides physical and emotional safety. The position has three main areas of focus:
Assessment and Evaluation
- Assess the needs and strengths of the parents, children, and volunteer families in order to make recommendations regarding the temporary and permanent placement of at-risk children.
- Reach agreement with volunteer families on their strengths and interests in mentoring families seeking support, including hosting at-risk children.
- Evaluate the needs for behavior…
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