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Location

Chelsea, Massachusetts

Quick overview

The Family Support Worker provides information, educational resources, and referrals to community resources for family members while developing the Family Resource Center calendar and hosting support groups. Responsibilities also include recruiting and supporting volunteers for specialized groups, coordinating group activities, and facilitating outreach efforts.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess an Associate's degree in social work, mental health, or a related field, along with excellent cultural awareness and sensitivity. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer is required, and fluency in Spanish is mandatory for this role.

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Job description

This position is eligible for an up to $2000 bonus!

  • The Harbor Area Family Resource Center, located in Chelsea, MA is seeking a bilingual Spanish Family Support Worker (FSW).
  • The FSW provides information and educational resources to family members in addition to providing referrals to community resources.
  • The FSW develops the FRC calendar and hosts parent and Youth Support groups.
  • They are responsible for recruiting and providing support to volunteers who shall lead specialized support groups as needed and will be responsible for helping coordinate group activities, facilitating and advertising groups.
  • The role is full time and in person.
  • How You'll Be Making a Difference
  • Assist families in accessing support and resources in their community to meet child and family needs.
  • Facilitate and advertise family support groups.
  • Communicate with community partners to ensure families are well connected to resources.
  • Complete outreach and marketing efforts to build awareness of the program.
  • May assist in transporting families to FRC or to other community locations.
  • Document activities provided daily in medical record.
  • May assist in transporting families to FRC or to other community locations.
  • Perform program specific duties and functions.
  • May participate in agency committees.
  • May be required to have a valid driver’s license, clear driving record, and personal vehicle available for use during work hours.

Qualifications

  • Associates degree in social work, mental health or related discipline.
  • May or may not have program specific experience.
  • Excellent cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Computer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applications.
  • Bilingual Spanish

What The Home Can Offer You

  • In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
  • Health, Vision and Dental Insurance available
  • Extensive training to new staff
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
  • Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
  • And more!

Pay Range Positioning Summary

The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.

Valuing Diversity

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

Benefits

  • Holidays
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Sick days
  • Generous time off
  • Employer match
  • Extensive training
  • Employer paid Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Employer paid Short-term Disability Insurance