Family Support Specialist

. Function in an ongoing coordinator role under the supervision of a comprehensively certified Family Support Specialist (FSS) .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeMissoula • Montana • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $20 per hourWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Function in an ongoing coordinator role under the supervision of a comprehensively certified Family Support Specialist (FSS)
Assist with eligibility determination, including referral, intake, and eligibility determination activities
Conduct family assessments, including interviewing families
Collect information on child development, including observing children
Coordinate evaluations and assessments
Ensure families are informed of rights, options, advocacy services, and their role in the early intervention process
Assist parents of eligible children with planning, developing, implementing, and reviewing an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
Collect family insurance or Medicaid information to facilitate coordination of benefits and services
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely electronic and paper file records
Monitor service delivery to ensure services are provided on time and in accordance with the IFSP
Coordinate and monitor available services
Communicate and coordinate services with medical and health providers
Facilitate transition plans into, within, and from the early intervention system, including transition to Part B special education, preschool, or other community services
Meet weekly with the supervisor for direct, systematic supervision, instruction, review, and feedback
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

What you’ll need

Candidates must reside in or near Missoula, MT
Valid Driver's License and auto insurance
Minimum educational requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent
Must complete on-the-job training and become certified by the State of Montana within two years of hire
Ability to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws

Comp & perks