FAMILY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST - BEXAR - HYBRID

3/27/2026

The primary function involves assessing families whose children have been removed to determine if the Family Group Decision Making Model is appropriate for developing service plans. Essential duties include contacting family members, coordinating meeting logistics, assisting with plan documentation, and maintaining required records in IMPACT.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Supporting families and nurturing children to build safe, thriving communities in Bexar County and South Central Texas and the Hill Country Region. SJRC Texas is dedicated to building resilient families and fostering safe, nurturing environments for children. With a focus on family preservation and child well-being, the nonprofit delivers a comprehensive suite of evidence-based services, including therapeutic care, community-based support, and in-home interventions. From our Family Resource Center’s accessible family support and community resources to trauma-informed care for those experiencing foster care, SJRC Texas is a steadfast partner, supporting families in building strong, positive foundations for the future.

About the Role

The candidate must reside within the following county(s) within Region 8: Bexar County or the direct surrounding areas.

PRIMARY FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILTY

All families with a child who has been removed from the home are assessed by Family Engagement staff to determine whether the Family Group Decision Making Model is the most appropriate and safe mode for developing the service plan. Although this is classified as a Hybrid position, there will still be required traveling 95% of the time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Contact the parent(s) and/or other family members who are referred to a family conference to explain the purpose and process of the family conference
Determine whether the parent or other family members agree with the terms and conditions of the conference and who may attend the conference
Coordinate logistics of meeting to consider transportation and childcare needs; language preferences, accommodations needed for physical/developmental disabilities, safety, neutral meeting location
When required, assists the family with documenting their plan
Travel is required for this position, up to 95% of the work week.
Completes and maintains the referral and family group conference contacts in IMPACT
Maintain other records of the family group conference process as required by Belong policies
1. respond to requests for presentations and training from internal and external stakeholders
2. maintain current knowledge of the FGDM process and practices; and
3. develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders and resource providers.
4. Trains and develops agency personnel on the family group conference process.
5. In-person meetings may be required in some areas to better meet the needs of the families and comply with standing court orders.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Knowledge of child development.
Knowledge of family dynamics.
Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Skill in problem solving techniques.
Ability to operate a personal computer.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, social work, health, psychology, or related field.
3 years’ experience working with families and young children.

Certifications/Licenses/Registrations:

Valid Texas Driver’s License, good driving record, ability to provide own transportation and proof of current automobile insurance.
CPR/First Aid Certification (agency will provide).

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION

Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, and walk and walk briskly to interact with and monitor children.
Stamina to work long days and drive long distances.
Ability to work at various times throughout the week to include some evenings and weekends.
Must have the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
Environment requires dexterity to remain calm and adapt to fast paced and emotional environments consisting of children with moderate to severe emotional and psychological needs.
Possible injury when lifting or moving (child or objects) if employee fails to use proper body mechanics, or if proper techniques are not used when the use of SAMA containment techniques are required.

DESCRIPTION OF THE WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Home-like settings with varying moderate to high degrees of background noise.
Frequent exposure to various living environments.
Campuses are smoke-free, except on permitted campuses in designated areas.

DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP/REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Supervised by: Family Engagement Supervisor

Supervises: N/A

Key Skills

Child Development KnowledgeFamily Dynamics KnowledgeVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingComputer OperationTraining DevelopmentRecord KeepingLogistics Coordination