Family Support Specialist

"To the world you may be one person; but to one person you may be the world" -Dr. Seuss.

Why work for us?

• No Nights or Weekends
• 15 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Education (Upon Approval)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) plus employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Chipper-Assistance in Student Loan Forgiveness and Lower Payments

Who We Serve :

Opportunities serves thousands of people annually in Williamson & Burnet Counties. Working cooperatively with other agencies, we are an advocate for those who might not otherwise have a voice in the community. We are dedicated to providing services to help those in need achieve a better, more productive life.

Our Mission :

To empower children, families, and seniors to achieve and maintain independence by partnering with area organizations to provide education, nutrition, and community support.

Our Vision :

A healthy, educated community in which all people live independently and with dignity.

Position Summary :

The Family Support Specialist serves as the link between families and community resources for children and families who qualify for Head Start and is responsible for supporting family well-being and encouraging parent involvement. The position works as part of a comprehensive team and reports to the Family and Community Engagement Coordinator.  Family Support Specialists will serve as Center Director in the Center Director’s absence.

Essential Job Duties :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Minimum Qualifications :

Education and Training :

Preferred :

Licenses / Certifications :

Mental / Physical Tasks (F= Frequent, O=Occasional, R=Rarely) :

F Standing- required when making copies, meeting people, moving from work area to work area

F Handling- reports, vehicles, laptop, keys

F Hearing / Talking / Listening-communicate with employees and others, answer the telephone, participate in meetings, give presentations

F Fine Dexterity-operate computer, calculator, to write, mouse, projector tools

F Sitting-performing work at a desk, while reading, writing, in meetings, driving, riding in a vehicle to sites and meetings

O Kneeling / Crouching / Crawling-plug in equipment, when connecting PC components, plugging in cords, open lower desk drawers

F Walking-from vehicle to site, area to area, to copier

F Bending / Twisting – to reach files, reports, handle paper, reach drawers

F Grasping / Holding-holding binders, phones, tablet, work resources

F Balancing – standing, reaching, driving

F Lifting / Carrying-report binders, paper, laptop, supplies up to 45 lbs.

F Vision-to drive and assist individuals in medical need

F Pushing / Pulling – open / close file / copier drawers, open & close doors, rolltop carriers

F Foot Controls – driving

F Driving –scheduled & unscheduled trips to and from meetings and sites

F Reaching-to answer phone, reach files, reports, plug in laptop

Working Conditions :

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.