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Job Title
Family Support Specialist
Job Description - (140 character limit)
We are looking for a Family Support Specialist to join our team who is committed to creating meaningful experiences with the children and families of Start Early Lake County. The Family Support Specialist engages families of enrolled children in activities, practices, and services that support parents as the primary nurturers, experts, and teachers of their child in order to promote and sustain their child’s academic learning and development and life success.
Salary
50000 - 999999
Job Status
Full-time
Experience
1-3 yrs experience
Required Education
Bachelors Degree
Required Credentials
Preferred Qualifications & Certificates
Bilingual Spanish Preferred Master’s Degree in Social Work preferred or within 18 months of hire, obtain a Gateways Family Services Credential or Social Work Credential
Benefits
Yes
If "Yes" please specify
Comprehensive Health Plans, Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion, Holistic Wellness Program, Professional Development Program, 401k Contribution, Paid Volunteer Days, 6 months paid parental leave, and much more.
Application Process
Apply Online https://www.startearly.org/who-we-are/careers/#positions
Application deadline
01/09/2026
Organization Information
Name of Organization
Start Early
Address
38550 N Lewis
City
Beach Park
State
IL
Zip
60099
County
Lake County
Telephone - No symbols can be used (/-'&)
Website
https://www.startearly.org/who-we-are/careers/#positions
Contact Information
Contact Person
Heather Trevino
Email
htrevino@startearly.org
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