FCS Family Specialist - Counselor
12 days ago
Des Moines, Iowa$20.75/hrFull TimeFamily ServicesNot on LinkedIn
✓ No Call✓ No Weekends
Job Description
About the Role
Join Children & Families of Iowa as a FCS Family Specialist - Counselor in United States. Description Family Specialist Overview: Join an organization that makes a real difference in people’s lives! CFI is seeking qualified Family Specialists to serve 15 counties in the Des Moines area.
Key Responsibilities
- provide direct services to children and families under the guidance of a Unit Supervisor in the Family Cente.
- provide vital support to families in need.
- Conduct independent assessments of client strengths and needs using evidence-based tools.
- Provide counseling and skill development, as needed.
Benefits & Compensation
- Hourly rate: $20.75/hr.
- 10 days PTO.
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Children & Families of Iowa as a FCS Family Specialist - Counselor.
Key Skills
Direct ServicesCounselingSkill DevelopmentCrisis InterventionFamily Interactions FacilitationCoordinationSchedulingCase DocumentationElectronic Systems ProficiencyTime ManagementIndependent AssessmentEvidence-Based ToolsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication
Requirements
A Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related human services field is required for this role, along with the completion of SafeCare and Solution-Based Casework training, which will be provided. Candidates must possess strong time management, communication skills, and access to reliable internet or an office location, in addition to having a valid driver's license and required auto insurance.
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Benefits & Perks
80 hours Vacation after 90 days
Up to 480 hours Sick Leave
8 Paid Holidays
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company Provided Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
4.0
Burnout Score
Below Average
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
12d ago