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Family Support Specialist- Temporary

  • ... Posted on: Mar 19, 2026
  • ... Family Access Center
  • ... Ida Grove, Iowa
  • ... Salary: Not Available
  • ... Full-time

Family Support Specialist- Temporary   

Job Title :

Family Support Specialist- Temporary

Job Type :

Full-time

Job Location :

Ida Grove Iowa United States

Remote :

No

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Overview Temporary Family Centered Services (FCS) Family Support Specialist (Full-Time) Family Access Center is seeking a Family Centered Services (FCS) Family Support Specialist (FSS) to join our team in supporting and empowering individuals to overcome life’s challenges by providing quality services in Ida and the surrounding counties. The position will end on 6/30/2026. Requirements Bachelor's degree or an associate of arts degree in human services or related field plus two years of full-time experience in human services or related field. Responsibilities Provide in-home intervention to children and their families utilizing skill-based, evidence-based practices to help families implement solutions to problems and strengthen families. Act as a resource, provider & advocate families to promote child welfare. Provide evidence-based interventions and case management support under contractual responsibilities. Utilize collaborative documentation. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community partners including DHHS, medical providers, “parent partners,” lawyers, therapists, law enforcement staff, school officials, neighbors, fictive kin, emotional supports, and referral sources. Provides evidence-based practices to families and individuals associated with the family, utilizing Solution-Based Casework, SafeCare, Child Safety Conferences, Motivational Interviewing, SFM & YTDM meetings. Maintain an appropriate level of direct contact with families per program requirements and remain available to families 24/7 for crisis intervention as needed. Ensure professionalism through role modeling, and respect. Utilize own vehicle to travel to work destinations and transport youth as authorized, provide services in the community, or in the primary home of the child and family. Report and document emergencies and critical incidents involving family members or staff. Participate actively in individual, group, and organizational supervisions/trainings. Qualifications Applicant must possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent time management skills. Ability to work independently. Knowledge of community resources and service providers in the service area. This position is full-time and requires scheduling flexibility with the ability to work evenings and weekends, as necessary to meet contractual obligations. maintain on-call availability as needed to respond to crises. Education & Experience Education: Associate (Required) Experience: Child &/or Family Welfare: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location & Schedule Work Location: Hybrid in Ida and surrounding counties Benefits Mileage/Travel $0.62 a mile Flexible schedule Paid time off Sick Time/Leave Holiday Pay Health Insurance Dental Insurance Life insurance 401(k) 401(k) matching Tuition reimbursement Referral program Other Job Type: Full-time Salary: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour Education: Associate (Required) Experience: Child &/or Family Welfare: 2 years (Preferred) Location: Hybrid in Ida and surrounding counties #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Posted:

Mar 19, 2026

Reference Number:

14660_92BA7E4E87B6496B5489F7DDA38C2B43

Employment:

Full-time

Salary:

Not Available

City:

Ida Grove

Job Origin:

APPCAST_CPC

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Overview Temporary Family Centered Services (FCS) Family Support Specialist (Full-Time) Family Access Center is seeking a Family Centered Services (FCS) Family Support Specialist (FSS) to join our team in supporting and empowering individuals to overcome life’s challenges by providing quality services in Ida and the surrounding counties. The position will end on 6/30/2026. Requirements Bachelor's degree or an associate of arts degree in human services or related field plus two years of full-time experience in human services or related field. Responsibilities Provide in-home intervention to children and their families utilizing skill-based, evidence-based practices to help families implement solutions to problems and strengthen families. Act as a resource, provider & advocate families to promote child welfare. Provide evidence-based interventions and case management support under contractual responsibilities. Utilize collaborative documentation. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community partners including DHHS, medical providers, “parent partners,” lawyers, therapists, law enforcement staff, school officials, neighbors, fictive kin, emotional supports, and referral sources. Provides evidence-based practices to families and individuals associated with the family, utilizing Solution-Based Casework, SafeCare, Child Safety Conferences, Motivational Interviewing, SFM & YTDM meetings. Maintain an appropriate level of direct contact with families per program requirements and remain available to families 24/7 for crisis intervention as needed. Ensure professionalism through role modeling, and respect. Utilize own vehicle to travel to work destinations and transport youth as authorized, provide services in the community, or in the primary home of the child and family. Report and document emergencies and critical incidents involving family members or staff. Participate actively in individual, group, and organizational supervisions/trainings. Qualifications Applicant must possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent time management skills. Ability to work independently. Knowledge of community resources and service providers in the service area. This position is full-time and requires scheduling flexibility with the ability to work evenings and weekends, as necessary to meet contractual obligations. maintain on-call availability as needed to respond to crises. Education & Experience Education: Associate (Required) Experience: Child &/or Family Welfare: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location & Schedule Work Location: Hybrid in Ida and surrounding counties Benefits Mileage/Travel $0.62 a mile Flexible schedule Paid time off Sick Time/Leave Holiday Pay Health Insurance Dental Insurance Life insurance 401(k) 401(k) matching Tuition reimbursement Referral program Other Job Type: Full-time Salary: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour Education: Associate (Required) Experience: Child &/or Family Welfare: 2 years (Preferred) Location: Hybrid in Ida and surrounding counties #J-18808-Ljbffr

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