FCS Family Specialist - Counselor
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
Requirements
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Overview
This FCS Family Specialist - Counselor position at Children & Families of Iowa includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Family Services — Physician Career Context
This Family Services position at Children & Families of Iowa is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This position also offers production-based compensation: $21 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Des Moines, Iowa.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Direct Services, Counseling, Skill Development, Crisis Intervention, Family Interactions Facilitation, Coordination, Scheduling, Case Documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Family Services role.
Core responsibilities: The Family Specialist will provide direct services to children and families, including conducting independent assessments, providing counseling, facilitating family interactions, and delivering necessary crisis intervention services under supervision. Responsibilities also involve coordinating and s...
Benefits package: 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. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
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
2mo ago
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