The Family Resource Specialist (FRS) is responsible for interviewing identified families using the specified assessment tool either prenatally or shortly after the birth of a baby to determine the families’ strengths and needs as well as their eligibility for intensive home visitation services. The FRS will make appropriate referrals to community-based agencies, depending on the families’ identified needs and follow-up with families as needed. The FRS will complete all paperwork related to the interview and follow-up contact as required by the Health Families policies and procedures. The position will also coordinate community-based events for families in collaboration with other community organizations.

• Strong interpersonal skills/ability to relate to people with respect for their individuality in a non-judgmental manner and maintaining confidentiality in daily operations.
• Knowledge of early child development.
• Experience in working with culturally diverse communities and families with the ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Engage, build rapport, and develop positive, trusting relationships with families, while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Experience in conducting group educational or support sessions.
• Demonstrates excellent computer, writing, and organization skills.
• Work well on a team, collaboratively with peers, and closely with the Director/Supervisor.
• Teach child development and parenting skills in a strength based and family centered manner.
• Be open minded and accepting of individual, cultural and lifestyle differences.
• Advocate for the needs of children and families.
• Identify situations in which mandated reporting is necessary.
• Be self-directed and flexible.
• Receive feedback in a positive manner and utilize it to learn and grow.
• Self-reflect and identify own strengths, abilities, areas for growth, emotional responses, and goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Nursing, Social Work, or child-related field preferred.
• 2-5 Years’ experience working with families with young children.
• Experience in home visitation, childcare, and/or human services field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Complete all required background checks.

• Sit 50% of workday
• Stand 50% of workday
• Use computer, calculator and other office equipment
• Occasionally lift 25 pounds

“Agency employees share in the responsibility to mobilize community resources and promote community awareness in support of Tri-County Community Action Agency’s anti-poverty efforts.”