Family Support Specialist

Job DetailsJob Location: Main Office - Sacramento, CA 95826Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $72,000.00 SalarySaint John’s Program for Real Change mission is to provide a safe space for women and children to heal and develop the skills necessary to transform their lives. We accomplish our mission by holding to our vision to end the generational cycle of trauma and homelessness. 

We operate the largest residential program for formerly homeless women and children in the Sacramento region providing services 24 hours/day, 365 days/year, offering shelter, meals, childcare, and comprehensive support services, including Behavioral Health Services, Hands-on Employment Training, Career Education, and Family Services. 

Joining our team means becoming part of a community dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those we serve. At Saint John’s, you ‘ll be part of something bigger – a mission-driven organization committed to making a lasting impact on our community. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where teamwork, compassion and empathy are valued. You’ll be surrounded by dedicated colleagues who share your passion for service others. We believe in investing in our staff and providing opportunities for professional growth and development because we recognize your work here will truly make a measurable difference. 

Benefits/Perks of a career at Saint John’s 

Choice of 8 medical plans 

Choice of 3 dental plans 

Vision, Life and Accident and Injury Insurance 

Employee Assistance Program 

403 (b) 100% match for 1%–6% of pay 

Paid Time Off includes: 11 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 7 sick days and up to 18 days of vacation per calendar year. 

Position OverviewTITLE                         Family Support Specialist  

SALARY                    From $​60,000​ To $​72,000​ ​Annually​ 

CLASSIFICATION     ​Full-Time​, ​Exempt​ 

LOCATION ​               On Site Only – Jackson Rd. Sacramento, CA​ 

SCHEDULE ​              Monday - Friday (May include nights/weekends)​, ​9:00 am​ to ​5:30 pm​  

                                   Schedule flexibility is a must! 

About the Position… 

The Family Support Specialist will provide essential mental health services to homeless women and children in need of reunification and additional family stabilization services. This position requires a client-driven approach, focusing on the evidenced-based Family Centered Treatment (FCT) model to support families in need of reunification and strengthening familial bonds. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of homeless women and children, supporting them in their journey towards family reunification and improved mental health. 

You’ll be responsible for… 

Implement evidence-based mental health interventions for homeless women and children in need of reunification and familial supports. Interventions can be delivered at transitional home, with extended family and community.  

Provide individual and group therapy sessions to address trauma, mental health issues, and family dynamics. 

Collaborate with other team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each family's needs. 

Conduct assessments, screenings, and evaluations to identify mental health concerns and support reunification and family goals. 

Engage with community resources and stakeholders to enhance support networks for families in the program. 

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress and treatment outcomes. 

Participate in regular team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge. 

You must have... 

​​Bachelors Degree​ in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.  

​​2​ years of experience with ​experience working in child welfare or family services settings​. 

Fluent in English language (spoken and written) 

Proficient knowledge of email, copiers, fax, and internet  

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite 

An incredible passion for our mission!  

Physical Requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical requirements for performing the essential functions of this position require the employee to be able to: 

Standing/walking approximately 20% and sitting 80% of the time 

Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Ability to hear and respond to simple and sometimes critical messages exchanged in noisy/high traffic areas. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

It's a plus if you have... 

Fluency in Spanish language (spoken and written) 

Trauma informed training 

Ability to work well individually and in a team environment  

Adaptable and highly skilled at problem solving 

Good interpersonal skills  

Punctual and good attendance  

Effective communication skills including both oral and written form  

Attention to detail  

Maintain confidentiality 

You'll be successful if... 

You’re a strong communicator. 

You take your role seriously and are a great communicator in verbal and written communication. You’re intentional about giving internal and external clients a positive interaction. 

You're organized and diligent. 

You can multitask because you keep things in order. You can handle and prioritize multiple projects of various origins at once. You follow through on every request, no matter how big or small. You keep your cool under pressure and know how to prioritize your responsibilities. And when you need help, you’re not afraid to ask. 

You’re exceptionally people oriented. 

You can relate to all types of people and you’re a skilled conversationalist. You enjoy meeting new people; developing and maintaining relationships is a natural tendency. 

You’re a problem solver and a strategic thinker. 

You find new and efficient ways to streamline and create processes to make things run more smoothly. You are analytical and can infer the implications and consequences of approaches and anticipate potential issues before they occur. 

You are a team player. 

You care more about overall results than personal recognition. You genuinely love collaboration and the process of working together to accomplish. You thrive in an environment where people are passionate about their work and mission. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments. 

You are committed to promoting dignity, diversity, and equality. 

You believe in focusing on the solution, not the problem, and always write with dignity and respect at the forefront. 

You're detailed. 

You double and triple-check your work because you know that accurate data is crucial for an Accounting Department to operate successfully. You pay strong attention to detail, have excellent math, grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills. You care about the numbers being right and take the time to make sure everything reconciles or is set up to be error-proof. 

You're a self- starter. 

You can work unaccompanied, and you work just as hard and thoroughly by yourself as you do when someone is looking. 

Saint John’s Program for Real Change is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of age, color, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, race, religion, marital status, or veteran status.