Eliot Community Human Services
Location
Holyoke, Massachusetts
Salary
$21 - $22 / HOUR
Provide personalized support and guidance to young, first-time parents in their homes to foster healthy child development and parenting skills. Connect families with essential community resources and assist them in setting goals related to education, housing, and employment.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and experience working with children and families. A valid Massachusetts driver's license is mandatory for the role.
Educate parents on optimal health, growth, and development during infancy and early childhood Encourage positive parenting skills, enhance parental health and wellness, and improve educational attainment Assist parents with in setting and achieving goals related to education, work and housing Connect families with essential community resources, including educational, employment, financial, housing, and medical services Encourage co-parent involvement in program groups and activities
Requires a High school diploma or equivalent Experience working children and families Valid Massachusetts drivers license Bilingual candidates fluent in a needed language(Spanish) may be eligible for a 6% salary increase Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm with flexibility needed for occasional evening appointments Hourly Rate $20.60—$21.75 USD At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization. Apply today and make a difference.
Market context
In Massachusetts, Family Support Specialist roles in Healthy Families programs are often tied to community-based maternal and child health services, where employers look for candidates with direct experience supporting children and families. These positions can be competitive because they require both relationship-building skills and practical logistics, including a valid Massachusetts driver’s license for travel. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your experience with family support and local travel readiness before applying.
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