Family Support Specialist

About Tanager

Beginning in 1879, we are Linn County's First Children's Human Services agency. We're always evolving to serve the needs of our community. Our programs focus on prevention, treatment and outreach, and serve children and teens of all ages. As a non-profit organization, Tanager is proud to support more than 4,000 kids per year.

Why Tanager?

• We value our team members and offer an excellent benefits package which includes, medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, EAP, pet insurance, employer paid life insurance and employer paid short and long term disability.
• Your wellness matters to us. We offer our team members 10 paid holidays and a generous PTO policy of up to 6 weeks per year, depending on experience.
• Weekly payroll and full access to the Headspace app.
• Tanager provides services for both private and public insurance programs.
• We offer an already established client base, no need to recruit families.
• Be part of an organization that inspires hope and improves the wellbeing of children in the community.
• We support your professional growth and promote opportunities for advancement.
• This role will have a normal schedule with a on call rotation for support

Job Details

The Family Support Specialist functions as a member of the Pediatric Integrated Health (PIH) Care Team providing direct and indirect care coordination services to clients and families. In addition, this position supports transitional living processes for clients. Through an understanding of community based resources, the PIH Family Support Specialist will assist clients and families in locating and accessing social, community and recovery supports.  

Qualified Candidates

• High School Diploma or GED. 
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience working directly with children with mental health and/or physical health needs.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work Required Special Qualifications.

Required Special Qualification

• Must have a valid Driver's License and meet the Agency's driving requirements.