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The specialist conducts family finding efforts to establish kin connections and placements for youth in congregate care. They deliver the Fostering Sustainable Connections program through discovery meetings and collaborative team decision-making.
Requires an associate degree in Social Work with one year of experience and a valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. Candidates must possess a valid Arizona driver's license and meet specific safe driver requirements.
Family Engagement Specialist
Location: Tempe, Arizona
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $22 - $24/hr.
Date Posted: 2/17/2026
About the Role
The Family Engagement Specialist (FES) provides extensive family finding efforts for the purpose of establishing family and fictive kin connections and placements for eligible youth in congregate care referred by the Department of Child Safety (DCS). The Fostering Sustainable Connections (FSC) Program utilizes the Family Finding Strategy to increase the number of family-like settings for youth in congregate care. The FES delivers all elements of the FSC Program in accordance with the Arizona Department of Child Safety FSC Program Manual and works collaboratively with youth and their teams for a duration of 180 days, with the potential for 90-day extensions. This role requires approximately 60% travel throughout assigned counties.
Responsibilities
• Accept referred families from FES Supervisor
• Deliver all elements of the Fostering Sustainable Connections (FSC) Program in accordance with the Arizona Department of Child Safety FSC Program Manual
• Conduct Discovery and Engagement, Blended Perspectives Meetings, and Team Decision Meetings as outlined in the FSC Program Manual
• Meet with youth and their teams according to timelines established in the FSC Scope of Work and Program Manual
• Provide culturally relevant, linguistically appropriate, and gender-responsive services, including LGBTQ-inclusive practices
• Maintain an average caseload of fifteen (15) youth
• Report any abuse or neglect while the case is open and submit Incident Reports to required parties
• Complete client documentation in the agency database according to contract deadlines
• Attend and complete a minimum of 15 hours of job-related training as required by the FSC Program Manual
• Ensure the safety, health, and welfare of staff and clients at all times
• Model and uphold all program norms and expectations
• Act as a positive role model and mentor for youth and their supports
• Attend and participate in required meetings, including individual and monthly group supervision
• Travel approximately 60% throughout assigned counties
Required Qualifications
• Associate degree in Social Work and one (1) year of experience in social work or related field
• Minimum age requirement of 18 years
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid unrestricted Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Must pass DCS Clearance with no substantiated reports
• Ability to pass criminal background clearance check, drug screen, and physical exam if required
• Current Arizona State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record for past five (5) years
• Must meet safe driver requirements, including no DWI/DUI within contract life or past five (5) years; no at-fault accidents within contract life or past five (5) years; no more than two (2) moving violations within contract life or past five (5) years; no more than one (1) excessive speed violation within contract life or past five (5) years
• Personal vehicle liability insurance and vehicle registration as required
• Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification
• Strong knowledge of the Fostering Sustainable Connections process and Family Finding Strategy
• Ability to instruct clients in child development, home management, personal problem solving, accessing community services, domestic violence supports, appropriate discipline, childcare techniques, and age-appropriate parenting skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present information individually and in group settings
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• Ability to assess unique situations and develop effective strategies to meet child and family needs
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
Compensation & Benefits
Full-time Employees:
• Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday
• Training, development, and continuing education opportunities
All Employees:
• 401(k)
• Free licensure supervision
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cellphone stipend
(*Benefits may vary by state or county)
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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People.Passion.Service
Pathways offers a full spectrum of social and behavioral health services to adults, children, and families. Pathways of Arizona (established in 1992 as Parents and Children Together, then Providence of Arizona in 1997) is part of a national growing company and provides high quality behavioral health services. Pathway's mission is to ensure the provision of accessible, effective, high quality community-based counselling and social services as an alternative to traditional institutional care. Pathways is dedicated to ensuring that all clients have access to professional community-based care, proven treatment methods, and comprehensive service planning. Pathways offers a wide variety of programs across the country that share a primary commitment to provide care that builds on our clients' strengths and addresses their unique, individual needs. At Pathways, our staff enjoy a casual work environment with flexible scheduling. We strive to grow our employees with enriching training opportunities, top-notch clinical supervision, and promotion from within. Although our staff roster has grown immensely over the years, Pathways is still a family, not just a workplace. Our culture is found not only in our camaraderie, but also in serving the community together through acts of service. Pathways knows that the best clinicians prioritize self-care and promotes wellness within our staff. We are creating healthy communities one family at a time.
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