Founded in 1903 Catholic Charities remains among the largest and well-respected social service agencies with programs and offices located throughout the greater Boston area. We offer over 70 programs and services to individuals in 23 locations. We are a mission driven social service organization, some services include outpatient counseling, food pantries, childcare, refugee and immigration support, education, residential and recovery support.

We are seeking a part-time weekends Family Support Specialist to work with our Northeast Family Support Service Program Lowell.

The Family Support Specialist is responsible for visiting the Department of Children and Families (DCF) referred client families in their place of residence within the state of Massachusetts to provide assistance in meeting their basic needs and, help parents build self-reliance and family stability and support parent-child nurturing interactions. Provide education in parenting skills, home management skills, psycho education in Mental Health and Domestic Violence to caregivers, and assist families in identifying and accessing community resources. The Family Support Specialist may also supervise visitation between parents and children removed from home by DCF and provide transportation to children and parents to visits while ensuring children’s safety and adequate supervision. Promote and support parental resilience.

Qualifications include

• A bachelor’s degree in Human Services, social work, counseling, or a related field.
• Good time management, interpersonal and problem solving skills are a must.
• Prior experience working with family dynamics, working with families in conflict, and families of diverse culture and ethnicity in a home based environment and experience working with the social service delivery system, preferably.
• Knowledge of personal and client safety obtained through related work and training is necessary. Good communication and organizational skills are necessary.
• Bilingual ability is helpful. Good writing and typing skills are needed with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook. A valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle along with proof of adequate auto insurance coverage.

We offer a congenial and team approach work environment with the opportunity to learn and grow professionally.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Visit us at: www.ccab.org.