Travis County · 2 hours ago
Social Services Program Coordinator - Family Resource Specialist (TC-HHS Employees Only)
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expTravis County is seeking a Family Resource Specialist within the Healthy Families program. This role involves conducting outreach, managing referrals, and ensuring compliance with Best Practice Standards while providing support and training to staff.
GovernmentInfrastructurePublic Safety
Responsibilities
Coordinates, supervises, trains, monitors and evaluates program activities and staff
Plans, develops and recommends new or revised programs and goals and objectives
Develops and schedules program work plans, oversees daily operations and coordinates program activities
Determines, or assists in determining program priorities
Evaluates program effectiveness to develop improved methods. Devises evaluation methodology and coordinates implementation. Analyzes results and recommends or takes appropriate action
Monitors and approves program expenditures within established budget. May prepare or assist in preparing proposals for funding or funding continuation
Serves as technical consultant for program and related policy and provides technical and problem solving assistance on program services. Participates in providing program services to clients
Analyzes and reviews analysis of program and program policy issues
Prepares periodic reports, financial analysis and statistical reports on program activities and program progress
Serves as liaison with, and resource for community outreach and advocacy groups, service providers and others. Coordinates, improves and stimulates interest in the program and recruits program participants
Plans, develops and conducts program-related educational sessions and training. Speaks to community and other groups
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences or a directly related field AND five (5) years' experience in social services or a directly related field, including experience coordinating a program
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job
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Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC)
Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Valid Texas Driver's License
Preferred
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Excellent presentation skills and interviewing skills
Master's degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences or a directly related field
2-5 years of supervisory experience in program or agency serving children and families
Knowledge of the Healthy Families America's Best Practices Standards
Knowledge of research-based parenting practices, child development, and infant mental health
Ability to provide services in families' homes and virtually, if needed
Ability to conduct trainings and presentations to staff, families and the community, both in-person and virtually
5 years of experience working directly with children (0-3)
Tech-inclined with experience with MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data systems, Internet, email, texting
Company
Travis County
Travis County is a government entity that manages civic, health, safety, infrastructure, and social services in Texas.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brandon Rogers
Chief Information Security Officer
Brian Stacy, IPMA-CP
Talent Acquisition Partner
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