Overview
Family Support Specialist – Josephine and Jackson Counties Jobs in Grants Pass, OR at Siskiyou Community Health Center
Family Support Specialist
Make a Lasting Difference in the Lives of Children and Families
Do you believe every child deserves a strong start in life?
At Siskiyou Community Health Center, we’re looking for a compassionate, relationship-centered Family Support Specialist to help parents and caregivers grow and support healthy, thriving families during one of the most important stages of child development—from pregnancy through age five.
This is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to walk alongside families, celebrate milestones, provide support during challenges, and create lasting positive change for children in Josephine and Jackson Counties.
Why This Work Matters
The first years of life shape a child’s future. As a Family Support Specialist, you’ll provide personalized home visits, parent education, developmental guidance, and connections to vital community resources that help families succeed.
Every day, you’ll empower parents, strengthen family relationships, promote healthy child development, and help build stronger communities—one family at a time.
What You’ll Do
- Build trusting relationships with families through home visiting and ongoing support
- Coach and encourage parents as they navigate the joys and challenges of raising young children
- Support healthy child development through education, modeling, and age-appropriate activities
- Connect families with healthcare, social services, and community resources
- Help families identify strengths, set goals, and create individualized family support plans
- Collaborate with community partners to ensure families receive comprehensive support
- Advocate for children and families while honoring their unique cultures, values, and experiences
What Makes This Role Special
Meaningful, Mission-Driven Work
Your work directly impacts the health, well-being, and future success of children and families in our region.
Work-Life Balance
Enjoy a position that combines office work with community-based visits, offering variety, flexibility, and the opportunity to spend your days making meaningful connections rather than sitting behind a desk.
Supportive Team Environment
Join a collaborative team that values compassion, professional growth, cultural humility, and mutual support.
Professional Development
We invest in our staff through ongoing training, conferences, and opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills in family support and early childhood development.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who:
- Is passionate about supporting children and families
- Builds trust easily and communicates with empathy
- Believes in the strengths and resilience of every family
- Enjoys working independently while collaborating with a team
- Values diversity, inclusion, and culturally responsive care
- Has experience working with children, parents, or community-based services
Spanish-speaking bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required (degree preferred)
- Experience working with children and families preferred
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel throughout the region
- Ability to obtain CPR/BLS certification and Community Health Worker (CHW) certification
- Commitment to ethical, family-centered care
Join Us
If you’re looking for a career where your compassion, dedication, and expertise can create lifelong impact for children and families, we’d love to hear from you.
Help families thrive. Strengthen communities. Build brighter futures.
Apply today and become part of a team that’s transforming lives—one family at a time.
Pay: $19.00 – $24.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 18 years old?
- To confirm that you have read and agree to the posted salary range, please type that range here.
- Do you understand that this is NOT a remote position and requires traveling throughout both Josephine and Jackson Counties?
- How comfortable are you with learning new technology?
- Do you understand that any offer will be contingent on the results of an expanded background check and drug screening as well as a minimum of two positive references?
- Do you understand that due to our federal funding, testing positive for marijuana will preclude you from employment?
Work Location: In person
Title: Family Support Specialist – Josephine and Jackson Counties
Company: Siskiyou Community Health Center
Location: Grants Pass, OR
