Family Support Specialist

Do you want a career where your work truly changes lives? At Catholic Charities of Columbia and Greene Counties, we’re looking for a Family Support Specialist who’s driven by purpose, compassion, and the desire to strengthen families and communities.

This isn’t just another job. It’s an opportunity to walk alongside individuals and families, help them reach their goals, and see the real, lasting impact of your work—every single day.

Here, you’re never just a resume. Every application is personally reviewed by our HR team or a trained hiring manager because we’re intentional about building a team that reflects our mission, values, and commitment to compassionate service.

If you’re passionate about helping families thrive and want a career that aligns with your values, we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll do

As a key member of our team, you will

• Help parents get ready to welcome a baby into their lives and continue to support and encourage these families over the baby’s first five years.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with families enrolled in the program
• Provide support and education to families in their home to support healthy childhood growth and development.
• Offer a listening ear to parents and connections to supportive services in the community.
• Maintain professional communication with referral sources and community partners
• Meet weekly with your supervisor to review progress and home visits
• Create an individualized family service plan with goals, objectives, and activities to meet the family’s needs.

• What we’re looking for
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration and insurance, and reliable transportation
• 1–3 years of experience working with diverse populations
• A compassionate, organized, and motivated professional who believes in family-centered support

What We Offer

• Hourly pay: $22 - 22.50 per hour
• Schedule: 35 hours/week
• Monday–Wednesday & Friday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
• Thursday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
• A mission-driven workplace where your work is valued and your impact is visible

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits

• For benefit-eligible positions:
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Retirement planning options
• Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
• Exciting referral bonuses
• Ongoing training and development
• Recognition and Awards
• Career Growth
• A collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla]

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf]

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act]