Family Services Specialist - Methodist Home for Children: Winton, NC

Salary: $43,000.00+ (based on education and experience)

Join Our Team as a Family Services Specialist in Winton, NC!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Methodist Home for Children (MHC) is looking for a dedicated Family Services Specialist to join our mission-driven team.

What You'll Do:

As a Family Services Specialist, you will play a crucial role in supporting juveniles and their families throughout their journey at the Multipurpose Juvenile Home. Reporting to the Residential Program Manager, you will:

  • Engage families in the care and treatment of their children.

  • Promote family reunification and facilitate the successful adjustment of juveniles back into the community.

  • Maintain an active caseload, providing ongoing support to juveniles and families post-discharge.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement individualized service plans for each juvenile and their family.

  • Conduct regular family meetings and home visits to monitor progress and provide guidance.

  • Collaborate with community resources to ensure comprehensive support for families.

  • Document and report on the progress of each case, ensuring compliance with program standards.

  • Participate in training and professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge.

What We're Looking For:

  • Minimum age of 21.

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

  • At least 2 years of experience working with families; experience with the target population is strongly preferred.

  • Valid Driver's License and a clean driving record.

  • Ability to complete all required training, including physical restraint, First Aid, CPR, Universal Precautions, and medication administration.

  • Capability to thrive in a high-pressure, high-stress environment.

Why Join Us?

  • Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid holidays each year.

  • Vacation Leave: Start with 10 days (80 hours) pro-rated for the first year.

  • Sick Leave: Accumulate 12 days (96 hours) annually, with unused leave carrying over.

  • Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid holidays each year as a full-time employee.

  • Vacation Leave: 10 days (80 hours) per year, pro-rated for the first partial calendar year.

  • Sick Leave: Accumulate 12 days (96 hours) of paid sick leave per calendar year, with unused sick leave carrying over into the next year.

  • Health Benefits: Choose between the BCBS Medical Base HSA Plan or the Medical Buy-Up HSA Plan, with dental and vision plans also available.

  • Health Care Flex Plan: Utilize the optional Health Care Flexible Spending Account (HSA) for tax-free reimbursement of out-of-pocket medical, dental, and vision expenses.

  • Dependent Care Flex Plan: Utilize the optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for tax-free reimbursement of eligible dependent care expenses.

  • Life Insurance: Term life insurance of $75,000 provided, with options for supplemental individual or family coverage.

  • Workers’ Compensation: Agency-paid coverage for on-the-job injuries.

  • 403B Plan: Contribute to a tax-deferred annuity plan with a partial match from MHC.

  • Credit Union: Membership available at the Coastal Credit Union (CCU).

  • Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential, professional counseling services for employees and their families at no cost.

Who We Are:

Methodist Home for Children is dedicated to ensuring safe, nurturing homes for children while addressing the root causes of abuse, neglect, and family disruption. We offer community-based services across North Carolina, partnering with public agencies and raising private funds to deliver top-tier, evidence-based services. At MHC, we create environments where children and families can thrive. We focus on building strengths, nurturing hopes, and preparing everyone in our care to shape their own futures.

Methodist Home for Children is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

INTERESTED CANDIDATES CONTACT: Veronica Penn, Director of Staff Recruitment, Phone: 919-754-3633 

Fax: 919-534-1712, email: vpenn@mhfc.org Your Career Starts HERE.

Michele Boguslofski