Allegheny Intermediate Unit · 5 months ago
Family Development Specialist, Highlands Family Center
415 E 4th Ave #6, Tarentum, PA, 15084, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$35K/yr - $35K/yr
2+ years expThe Allegheny Intermediate Unit is dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities and support for families. They are seeking a Family Development Specialist to conduct assessments, develop individualized plans, and provide advocacy and support services to families in need.
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Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive intake assessments to identify family strengths, needs, and goals
Build trusting relationships with families, promoting open communication and engagement
Develop and implement individualized family development plans with measurable outcomes
Provide case management services to address housing, education, employment, childcare, and healthcare needs
Advocate for families by coordinating with community agencies and service providers
Guide families in developing skills for financial literacy, parenting, and conflict resolution
Educate parents on child development milestones, effective parenting strategies, and creating nurturing home environments
Offer resources and referrals for early childhood education, healthcare, and developmental screenings
Support families in building strong parent-child relationships and fostering school readiness
Collaborate with community partners, schools, and service organizations to build a network of support for families
Represent the program at community events, meetings, and outreach initiatives to raise awareness and recruit participants
Stay informed about available community resources and program updates
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files, records, and reports in compliance with program guidelines
Track family progress and prepare data for program evaluations and grant reporting
Assist with the development and implementation of program policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in social work, family studies, education, or a related field
Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date)
School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits and community outreach
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, to meet family needs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse families effectively
Knowledge of family dynamics, child development, and community resources
Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple cases
Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive or challenging family situations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software
Preferred
Associate's degree in social work, family studies, education, or a related field
High School degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience working with families in a case management or advocacy role
Benefits
FACES 260 Classified Benefits
Company
Allegheny Intermediate Unit
AIU is a regional public education agency and a crucial part of Pennsylvania's public education system.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Siegel Family Endowment
2025-12-04Grant
Leadership Team
Richard Platts
Chief Technology Officer
Joseph Lucarelli
Chief Finance and Operations Officer
Recent News
2025-06-10
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