Bilingual Family Support Specialist
Avera Health
Location
Sioux Center, Iowa
Quick overview
The specialist will deliver home-based support services to families, focusing on child development, parent-child relationships, and health education. They are also responsible for connecting families to community resources and maintaining accurate documentation of services provided.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be bilingual in English and Spanish, and possess a valid driver's license. Experience working with children and families is required, while a degree in health, education, or human services is preferred.
Job description
Location
- Sioux
- Center,
- IA
- Worker
- Type:
- Regular
- Work
- Shift: Day
- Shift (United
- States of
- America)
- Discover a
- Career of
- Faith and
- Healing: For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities.
- A
- Career that
- You
- Will
- Love:
- There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health.
- A
- Chance to
- Make a
- Difference: Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture.
- Position
- Highlights
- Organization: Community Health Partners (CHP) – Healthy Families Program Are you passionate about supporting families and making a difference in your community? Join our team as a Bilingual Family Support & Community Resource Specialist and help strengthen families through early childhood support, health education, and home-based services. In this role, you’ll work closely with families enrolled in the Healthy Families Program, providing personalized support that promotes healthy parent-child relationships, child development, and access to community resources. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that values compassion, cultural humility, and equity in care.
- Job
- Schedule: Either Part-Time or Full-Time. 3-5 days/week; Monday - Friday.
- Key
- Responsibilities: Deliver home-based support services using a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach Coach and educate parents to build strong bonds with their children Monitor child development and identify family needs Connect families to local community resources Maintain accurate, timely documentation Communicate respectfully with families, colleagues, and community partners Collaborate with healthcare providers and agencies Pursue professional growth through training and supervision Work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, to meet family needs
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent Bilingual in English and Spanish Experience working with children and families Valid driver’s license and reliable phone access Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Cultural competence and openness to reflection
Preferred Qualifications
Associate or bachelor’s degree in health, education, or human services Knowledge of early childhood development, trauma-informed care, and infant mental health We’re looking for someone who is: Compassionate, highly organized, calm under pressure, committed to learning, and driven to make a positive impact. Join a supportive and collaborative team where your work helps build healthier families and stronger communities. At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.