Family Service Worker

7151 N Lindbergh Blvd, Hazelwood, MO 63042, USA

Job Type

Full-Time

Workspace

On-Site

Bringing Families Together is hiring for the position of Family Service Worker! This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference for families and children in foster care.

The Family Service Worker (FSW) provides services to children and families impacted by foster care in the St. Louis region. The FSW must be capable of functioning independently and practicing good judgment and discretion when making decisions regarding children’s safety and well-being.

This position requires strong scheduling and time management skills to meet the needs of the families being served. The role of the FSW is critical to the success of children and families. The FSW supports them throughout their foster care journey, provides supportive referrals and ensures access to needed services, including transporting children to parent-child visitation.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision and free life insurance;
Simple IRA retirement plan with matching options; a work/life balance that includes generous amounts of paid time off, 14 paid holidays, vacation; one week paid time off for your annual work anniversary, business casual work environment and much more!

Builds positive relationships with families that ensures foster children are protected and nurtured.

Works with families to identify strengths, interests and needs.

Education, Skills & Other Requirements:

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Nursing or related field with relevant experience required.

One (1) year of working with families at risk is highly preferred.

Must have access to a reliable vehicle for home visits, with valid driver's license and vehicle insurance.

Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate effectively (oral and written communication), enjoys interacting with young children and families in their home, while maintaining confidentiality, are required.

Bringing Families Together offers seven vital programs across the state of Missouri. As a mission-driven organization, our team members become part of the BFT community while helping transform the lives of children and families.

We implement programming that strengthens families and children by promoting self-sufficiency, well-being and safety through prevention, intervention, education and advocacy.

Our team is committed to ensuring trauma-informed services are provided to every client we serve. As a BFT team member, you will create opportunities to enhance the lives of children and families—one relationship at a time.

Our values:

Safety and permanency for each client served

Respect and compassion at the forefront of every interaction

Integrity in every decision made

Our team members are encouraged to explore opportunities aligned with their areas of interest and grow within the agency. Leadership is dedicated to supporting each team member and encouraging their goals for the future.

We offer:

Competitive pay

Work-life balance

Generous time off plan with 14 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 9 sick days

One week paid time off for your annual work anniversary

Agency paid medical, dental and vision insurance

Agency paid life insurance

Simple IRA (retirement plan) with 5% BFT match

Agency cell phone and laptop

Commitment to employee well-being

Regular supportive supervision and guidance

Supportive leadership and mentorship programs

Positive and engaging work environment

Collaborative, team-oriented and inclusive culture

Flexibility — flexible scheduling; including some work-from-home options

* BFT Holding Corp./Bringing Families together affirms that it does not and will not discriminate on the…