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Wyndy LLC

for a family in Hilo, HI after school.

Hilo, HI

$16.25 - $18.50/hr

After School Family Helper in Hilo, HI: Assisting with daily tasks, providing support and supervision, creating a safe and nurturing environment, engaging in educational and recreational activities ...

Wyndy LLC

after school for a family near

Lisle, IL

After School Family Helper near 60532. Provides assistance with various household tasks and supports the family's daily needs. This role includes organizing, cleaning, and maintaining the household ...

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Family Help Specialist

Colorado Springs, CO

$22.70 - $26.60/hr

The Family Help Specialist is on the front lines of ministry at Focus on the Family. Every phone call, email, chat, or text is an opportunity to share the love of Christ, encourage, pray with, and ...

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Family Help Specialist

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$22.70 - $26.60/hr

The Family Help Specialist is on the front lines of ministry at Focus on the Family. Every phone call, email, chat, or text is an opportunity to share the love of Christ, encourage, pray with, and ...

HELP USA

Helper

New York, NY · On-site

$17.68/hr

... family with minimal employee contribution. * Generous Paid Time Off! * 401(k) with Company ... Who We Are At HELP USA, we work to ensure that everyone has a place to call home. We're one of the ...

Trillium Family Services

Cook's Helper

Corvallis, OR · On-site

$18.50/hr

Join Trillium Family Services - Make a Difference in Young Lives and Families Trillium Family ... Are you ready to help children and families "Build a Brighter Future"? We are guided by the simple ...

Trillium Family Services

Cook's Helper

Portland, OR · On-site

$19.44/hr

Are you ready to help children and families "Build a Brighter Future"? We are guided by the simple yet crucial mission of building brighter futures with children and families. If so, we have an ...

Westmoreland Community Action

Family Advocate

Latrobe, PA · On-site

$20.59 - $25.22/hr

Help families assess their own and their child's development needs, * Assist families develop goals and strategies to meet those goals, * Support family health and nutrition needs by providing ...

Gold Medal Environmental

Helper

NJ · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

We are seeking motivated and hardworking Trash Helpers who take pride in making a positive impact ... Stable and competitive pay with family benefits and a 401(k) with company match. * Paid time off ...

Rumpke Consolidated Companies

Helper

Mansfield, OH

$15 - $19.50/hr

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste ... Helpers assist drivers with providing safe, courteous, and complete waste removal for customers.

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How much do family helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for family helper in the United States is $20.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Family Helpers?

Family Helpers are individuals who assist families with a range of household and caregiving tasks. Their responsibilities may include childcare, light housekeeping, meal preparation, running errands, and sometimes providing companionship to elderly family members. They work to support the daily routines of families, helping to create a balanced and organized home environment. Family Helpers can be employed on a part-time or full-time basis, depending on the needs of the household.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Family Helper, and why are they important?

To succeed as a Family Helper, you generally need experience in childcare, household management, and basic first aid, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with scheduling apps, communication tools, and sometimes CPR certification is helpful. Patience, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills set exceptional Family Helpers apart. These abilities are essential to ensure a safe, organized, and supportive environment for families.

What are some common challenges Family Helpers face when supporting multiple families with diverse needs?

Family Helpers often work with families who have varying routines, expectations, and care requirements, which can make managing schedules and adapting to different household dynamics challenging. Effective communication and flexibility are essential, as you may need to quickly adjust to changing priorities, such as helping with childcare, light housekeeping, or running errands. Building trust with each family and maintaining professionalism across different environments is key to long-term success in this role.

What is the difference between Family Helper vs Babysitter?

AspectFamily HelperBabysitter
Required CredentialsBasic caregiving skills, sometimes CPR certificationOften CPR certification, babysitting courses
Work EnvironmentAssists with household chores, childcare, errandsPrimarily supervises children in home or during outings
Employer & Industry UsageFamilies, private householdsParents, families, sometimes agencies
Common Search & ComparisonFamily Helper vs Babysitter

Family Helpers provide broader support including household chores and childcare, often working with families regularly. Babysitters focus mainly on supervising children temporarily. While both roles require caregiving skills and certifications like CPR, Family Helpers typically handle more responsibilities in the home environment.

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Infographic showing various Family Helper job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 4% Full Time, 80% Part Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,000 per year, or $20.2 per hour.
Family Help Specialist

Family Help Specialist

Focus on the Family

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

$22.70 - $26.60/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.
The Family Help Specialist is on the front lines of ministry at Focus on the Family. Every phone call, email, chat, or text is an opportunity to share the love of Christ, encourage, pray with, and equip individuals and families. This position provides biblically based support and practical resources, helping families thrive in Christ by offering hope, healing, and biblical truth. This role is more than customer service, it is ministry. The Family Help Specialist reflects Focus on the Family's mission by handling each interaction with compassion, clarity, and professionalism, while accurately processing requests and maintaining data integrity.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Responds with care and discernment to inbound and outbound phone calls, emails, chats, and written contacts
  • Shares the biblical perspective of Focus on the Family with clarity and grace, creating Christ-honoring, personalized responses that balance ministry priorities with constituent needs
  • Engages compassionately in complex and emotionally sensitive situations while upholding legal, ethical, and ministry boundaries
  • Produces high-quality responses through excellent verbal and written communication in the "Focus Style"
  • Meets proficiency standards for handling emails, chats, and phones
  • Accurately manages constituent accounts, including data entry, adjustments, and verification
  • Processes donations, resources, subscriptions, and event requests, including honorariums, memorials, matching gifts, and other giving categories, with integrity and attention to detail
  • Utilizes Salesforce, InFocus, and multiple databases simultaneously while interacting with constituents to provide efficient, accurate, and caring service
  • Models key ministry values in every task and interaction

Other Duties/Responsibilities:
  • May be assigned as a Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) in different processes
  • Required to work from home on snow delays, early closures, or full closure days
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:
  • Office/production setting or home-based workstation (as applicable); fast-paced environment with frequent changes in process and priorities; ability to work evening, weekend, holiday, or overtime shifts as needed
  • Extended periods of sitting and computer use (70%+ keying functions); ability to type at least 45 WPM

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Character/Spiritual:
Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, "Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us..."
Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age."
Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
Prays personally for Focus on the Family's staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer
Engages in Christian ministry
Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values
Personal Characteristics:
  • Compassionate, ministry-minded, and approachable
  • Strong discernment and emotional intelligence for navigating sensitive conversations
  • Professional, adaptable, and calm under pressure

Knowledge/Experience:
  • Associate's degree or two years of college preferred
  • 2-4 years of Customer Service or related experience preferred
  • Familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM systems strongly preferred

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:
  • Proficiency in navigating multiple systems while maintaining data accuracy.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, including clear phone conversations; ability to adapt communication to diverse needs.
  • organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to solve problems effectively.
  • Ability to personalize responses with warmth, clarity, and biblical alignment; ability to pray with constituents appropriately in accordance with ministry guidelines.

Pay Range: $22.70 to $26.60 / hour
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV
*Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.
Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:
  • Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage
  • Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage
  • AFLAC
  • 403B Retirement Plan
  • Vacation Time & Vacation Payout
  • Sick Time
  • Holidays
  • Service Awards
  • Community Service Days
  • Bookstore Discount
  • Fitness Center

Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:
  • Medical Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Warehouse Membership Reimbursement

Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.
*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:
  • Sick Time
  • Bookstore Discount
  • Fitness Center

Tentative Search Timeline:
  • Priority will be given to applications submitted by June 26, 2026. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
  • The potential employee start date is July 20, 2026

Posting date: June 4, 2026
Un-posting date: ongoing until filled
Posting contact email: job@fotf.org
Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.

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