Family Intervention Specialist - Hope School Project

We are excited to be expanding our team and add additional support for the children in our care.  If you're interested in joining this dynamic team, please apply today!

THE POSITION:

The Family Intervention Specialist is responsible for strengthening school-family partnerships through coaching, resource connection, and structured engagement strategies. This role supports caregivers in responding empathetically to behaviors, improving family dynamics, and participating in the healing process. This position is responsible for providing in-home support to families and caregivers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry caseload for in-home visits, scheduled at the convenience of the families.
• Design and implement family engagement plans including workshops, family nights, and in-home coaching.
• Provide families with tools, kits, and strategies for building supportive home routines.
• Conduct on-going needs assessments to identify barriers and connect families to community resources.
• Support caregivers in building confidence and responsive parenting strategies from a strength focused, solution-based perspective.
• Partner with school staff to bridge the gap between home and school environments.
• Contribute to professional development sessions and staff training workshops focused on trauma-informed and restorative practices.
• Collaborate with the Team to refer students to appropriate school or community-based supports when additional services are required.
• Participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) processes as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of students and the mission of the Hope School Project.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a social services discipline with experience working with at-risk youth, adults, or families is required. Degrees that can be considered include: social work, psychology, drug and alcohol education or counseling, criminal justice, guidance counseling, family therapy.  Other degrees will have to be evaluated further to determine if they meet the qualifications.
• At least 1 year of degree related experience or School-based or behavioral intervention experience required.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practices and positive behavioral supports.
• Effective leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• 21+ Years of age

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bi-lingual preferred.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

• Basic knowledge of Google and other database programs
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including but not limited to: computers, telephone systems, calculators, and copiers
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Flexibility, reliability, and self-motivation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism, interpersonal skills, and strong communication
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands

The demands described are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Tasks may involve walking, standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass all criminal history and child maltreatment background checks.
• Must submit to pre-employment a drug screen as well as random drug screens when directed.
• Valid driver's license, proof of personal automobile insurance, and acceptable driving record required to drive shelter vehicles for shelter business.
• Must maintain confidentiality and privacy regarding all Children’s Shelter residents' information in accordance with NWACS policy and all applicable Federal and state laws/regulations.
• Attend and participate in mandatory training, staff meetings, and all other events, as required.
• Set, maintain, and communicate appropriate personal and professional boundaries.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner per NWACS procedures.

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it.  Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.    

 Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NWACS offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary based on experience. For consideration, qualified candidates must submit a cover letter and detailed resume.