Our Brands The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services.
Our Brands The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services.
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Family Development Specialist
Mobile, AL · On-site
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Family Development Specialist
Mobile, AL · On-site
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Our Brands The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services.
Our Brands The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services.
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
Our Brands The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services.
Our Brands The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services.
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Family Development Specialist
New Castle, PA · On-site
$19.67 - $32.13/hr
The Children's Advocacy Center of Lawrence County is hiring a Family Development Specialist to join the Parents as Teachers Team! This full-time role will work primarily Monday through Friday day ...
Family Development Specialist
New Castle, PA · On-site
$19.67 - $32.13/hr
The Children's Advocacy Center of Lawrence County is hiring a Family Development Specialist to join the Parents as Teachers Team! This full-time role will work primarily Monday through Friday day ...
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
Family Development Specialist
Mobile, AL · On-site
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
Family Development Specialist
Mobile, AL · On-site
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
Family Development Specialist
Fayette, AL · On-site
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Family Development Specialist
Fayette, AL · On-site
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Family Development Specialist
Fayette, AL · On-site
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
Family Development Specialist
Fayette, AL · On-site
The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role ...
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Family Development Specialist
Mobile, AL · On-site
Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Family Development Specialist
Mobile, AL · On-site
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Our Brands Responsibilities The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to ...
Family Development Specialist
Fayette, AL · On-site
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Fayette, AL · On-site
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What is a family development specialist?
What is the difference between Family Development Specialist vs Child Welfare Worker?
| Aspect | Family Development Specialist | Child Welfare Worker |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field; certifications may be preferred | Similar educational background; often requires state licensure or certification in child welfare |
| Work Environment | Community agencies, family support programs, non-profits | Child protective services, government agencies, foster care systems |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used by social service agencies focusing on family support and development | Used by child protective services and child welfare agencies |
| Common Search & Comparison Intent | People comparing roles in family support and development | People interested in child protection and welfare services |
The main difference is that a Family Development Specialist focuses on strengthening family units through support and education, while a Child Welfare Worker primarily works to protect children and ensure their safety within the child welfare system. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications but serve different primary functions within social services.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a family development specialist, and why are they important?
What are some common challenges faced by family development specialists when supporting families, and how can these be addressed?
What does a family development specialist do?
As a family development specialist, you provide support and services for children and families experience crises. Often with a specialty in domestic abuse or child protection, you offer resources and counseling to vulnerable families and help them interface with social service agencies. Your job duties include assessing the needs of family members, determining availability and eligibility for social services, and assisting in the creation of safe environments for children and seniors. A career as a family development specialist requires you have some formal qualifications and postsecondary education, typically a master’s degree in social work or a related field.

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Join Our Impactful Team at Health Connect America!
Health Connect America and our family of brands are leading providers of mental and behavioral health services for children, families, and adults across a multi-state footprint. As a COA-accredited organization, we are held to nationally recognized standards of quality, accountability, and best practice in every aspect of care we deliver.
We are relentlessly committed to keeping families together and transforming lives through evidence-informed care, delivered by clinically trained staff who meet clients where they are — in their homes, in their communities, and in our offices. Our work is guided by five core values: client-centered care, empowerment of our people, evidence-informed excellence, a purpose-driven culture, and bold, adaptive leadership.
When you join Health Connect America, you join an organization that invests in you. You'll Grow With Us through meaningful development opportunities, Be Well With Us through programs that support your whole self, and know that You Belong With Us in a culture built on purpose, compassion, and impact.
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The Family Development Specialist supports clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services. This role involves effective communication, compliance with regulatory standards, thorough documentation, and active recruitment of new referrals.
- Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate care for clients and families with the input of the treatment team and the Clinical Supervisor.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapeutic interventions, as well as skill-building, outlined in the Treatment Plan.
- Attend and actively participate in weekly Treatment Team meetings.
- Link clients and families with specific services and resources as identified in the treatment plan.
- Serve as a liaison with other professionals, agencies, and community resources related to the client, ensuring their needs are met in a comprehensive manner.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with organizational policy and regulatory standards.
- Actively recruit new referrals to maintain a full caseload.
- Provide 24/7 on-call support for clients as required by the program.
- Ensure compliance with all state regulatory bodies and COA standards.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities as assigned, to stay current with best practices for quality service delivery.
- Bachelor’s degree in a human services discipline such as Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or a related field, is required.
- Minimum of two years experience working with children and/or families. This experience may include internships and volunteer work.
Be Well with HCA:
- We recognize the importance of self-care and work/life balance.
- We offer flexibility in scheduling and provide all employees access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which includes 8 mental health counseling sessions annually.
- Full-time HCA employees enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and other voluntary insurance products.
- Additional benefits include:
- Access to a Health Navigator
- Health Savings Account with company contribution
- Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Benefits Hub
- Tickets at Work
Join a team where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of others. Apply now to be part of our dynamic and supportive community at Health Connect America!
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Headquarters location
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Year founded
2010