ABOUT US:

• The Baby Fold is a non-profit organization that has been dedicated to the well-being of children and families since 1902. We successfully impact over 1200 people a year with a wide array of programs designed to wrap services around children and strengthen families. We are a leader in trauma-informed practices, employing the most effective treatment plans in every facet of our work.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

We take good care of our employees so they can take care of our community. Benefits for full time Family Support Specialist include:

• Health Insurance (choice of 3 medical plans)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement plan (403(b)/ROTH) with employer match
• No cost Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan
• Paid Vacation, Personal time, Sick time, and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• NEW - No fee, No credit check $1,500 Line of Credit for medical, mental health, & veterinary services
• NEW - Personalized assistance with the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Year-round salary for all school staff (paid breaks)
• Discounted Fitness Memberships
• Advancement opportunities
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Competitive pay with annual merit increases
• Hybrid work options available for many positions

PAY: $19.22 - $24.03/hour ($37,485 - $46,856.25 annually), non-exempt/hourly, based on experience and education

SUMMARY:

• The Family Support Specialist serves and assists parents to help them feel confident in their new role as mother/father.
• Provides in-home services, including but not limited to: pregnancy and parenting information, child development education, parent-child activities, connecting them with community resources, and assisting with baby items
• Promotes collaborative problem solving by demonstrating care and respect in considering the diverse experiences and perspectives of others.
• Work Hours: Full-time, flexible schedule, 37.5+ hrs/wk with hybrid/field options in Normal and Urbana, IL

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALIST:

• Completes assessments and screenings aimed at identifying the strengths and needs of the participants, initially and throughout the period of service provision. With the input of clients, plans services that will strengthen and support the families.
• Provides mentoring, advocacy, support, and education that will protect children, preserve families, and enhance the mental health of children and families.
• Completes required documentation and adheres to the legal/ethical responsibilities.
• Represents the agency appropriately, utilizes community contacts to advocate for clients, and collaborates effectively with families and community partners.
• Enhances professional competence through ongoing awareness of developments in the field and contributes to quality improvement activities

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Two years of relevant work experience in the field of child welfare or early childhood programs strongly preferred.
• Willingness and ability to work some evening and weekend hours as needed to meet the needs of the agency and the families we serve.
• Ability and willingness to travel for job responsibilities, including the ability drive distances to enter the homes of families throughout the Central Illinois service area, a valid driver’s license that has not been suspended or revoked within the past three years, and adequate auto insurance.

CONTACT US:

For more information on job opportunities at The Baby Fold, please visit www.thebabyfold.org/careers/tbf.

For assistance in applying/checking status of your application, contact humanresources@thebabyfold.org or 309-454-1700.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Social Work or related field