Eliot Community Human Services·New Bedford, Massachusetts
Provide personalized home-based support to young, first-time parents to foster healthy child development and effective parenting skills. Connect families with essential community resources and assist them in achieving goals related to education, employment, and housing.
Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change At Eliot, your work has purpose.
You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change.
We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.
Benefits at Eliot We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth.
Benefit eligible positions include: Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development Eliot is seeking passionate Bilingual Family Support Specialists to join our Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (MSPCC) division.
You will be working with our Healthy Families program, a parenting education initiative designed to help young, first-time parents (up to 23 years old) to create a stable, nurturing environment for their child.
In this role, you will provide personalized support and guidance in the family’s home that teach parents about pregnancy, proper baby care, nurturing and attachment, effective parenting skills, and provide parents with information about healthy child development.
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 in Spanish and English Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm with the ability to meet some families after work hours Hourly Rate $21.84—$23.06 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.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and experience working with children and families. Candidates must possess a valid Massachusetts driver's license and be bilingual in Spanish and English.
Market context
In Massachusetts, bilingual Family Support Specialist roles in Healthy Families programs are often in demand where agencies serve Spanish-speaking households and need staff with experience supporting children and families. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for both bilingual fluency and a valid Massachusetts driver’s license, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your family-services experience matches the role before applying.