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Family Support Services Specialist

2 months ago


Fort Myers, United States Lutheran Services Florida Full time
Job Description

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.


LSF is looking for a talented Family Support Services Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.


Purpose & Impact:


Family Support Services Specialists are intended to provide assistance and support to the Case Management Organization by performing tasks such as client transportation, supervised visitation, supervision of children awaiting foster care placement.


Essential Functions: 



  • Transport clients and children to and from program placements, supervised visits, medical and dental appointments.
  • Prepare required reports and other documentation as instructed by unit supervisor.
  • Attend and participate in staff/professional trainings, meetings and supervision sessions.
  • May assist with administrative tasks and responsibilities such as answering agency phones, filing, completion of client referrals, drug test administration for clients.
  • Evening hours required (second or third shift) and some weekends.

Other Functions: 



  • Responsible to carry and maintain an agency cell phone 24 hours a day.
  • Function in the community without direct supervision.
  • Function professionally on a team.

Physical Requirements: 



  • Ability to drive and required to drive Agency or personal vehicle.
  • Ability to use sit for long periods of time and write notes as required.
  • Adapt to Irregular working hours (some shift work), perform light lifting. 
  • Valid driver's license and appropriate auto liability insurance required. 
  • Certified First Aid/CPR and crisis intervention. 
  • Good verbal and written skills.
  • Must maintain confidentiality of all client information.

Education:


High School diploma, some college preferred.


Experience:


One to three (1-3) years' experience in community service agencies preferred.


Skills:



  • Must have good time management, organizational, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to function in a multi-cultural environment effectively with clients, co-workers, volunteers, government agencies and general public.
  • Dependability, discretion and good judgement. 

Other:


Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.


Principal Accountabilities:



  • Reports to unit supervisor. 
  • Team player with co-workers and administrators.
  • Accurate complete and timely submission of required documents and reports.
  • Adherence to all licensing and quality assurance standards.
  • Liaison to government, courts, schools and community providers. 
  • Adherence to agency policies and procedures.

Why work for LSF?


LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization. 


Amazing benefits package including:



  • Medical, dental and vision
  • Teladoc (24/7 access to doctors)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Long-term disability
  • Employer paid life insurance (1X salary), AD&D
  • Health and dependent care FSA
  • 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
  • Generous PTO policy
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement

Lutheran Services Florida embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in all business practices. LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.