Family Support Spec, FC (25317
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Social Work
Child Development/Support, Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Family Support Spec, FC
Schenectady-Park Place
- Schenectady, NY 12304
Salary Range $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level High School/GED
Travel Percentage Up to 50% Category Nonprofit
- Social Services
As a Family Support Specialist, Foster Care, you will provide support to children in care through transportation, one-on-one respite services and oversee family visits. You will report to the Program Supervisor and work onsite with travel required.
Responsibilities:
- Transportation of children to visits and appointments.
- Oversee family visits using the family visit coaching model.
- One-on-one support for the children.
- Maintain cultural sensitivity, competence, and client confidentiality.
- You will work 40 hours per week with a shifting schedule based on the needs of the program which includes some evenings and occasional weekends.
- Document comprehensive notes on observations and services provided.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements and
Education:
- High School Diploma required
- 1-2 years of related experience, or equivalent education and experience
- A valid driver's license
Benefits
- Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Holiday Pay
- 401 (K) plan
- Life Insurance
- Loan repayment assistance
- Free training/CEU opportunities
At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.
Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.
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