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IHFS Consultant

Boys Town, Tallahassee, FL, United States


Make a Difference in a Child's Life – Become an In-Home Family Services Specialist in Tallahassee! Looking for meaningful work that transforms lives? As an In‑Home Family Services Specialist, you’ll support families in their own homes—helping them build stronger relationships, develop parenting skills, and overcome challenges. Your guidance can keep families together and give children the foundation they deserve.

Starting Pay:

$20.50–$23.50/hr Full‑Time or Part‑Time:

Full‑Time Shifts:

Includes early mornings, evenings, weekends, and on‑call hours

Why Work at Boys Town? At Boys Town, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a mission. We’ve been helping children and families thrive for over 100 years, and we want you to be part of that legacy.

Comprehensive Training – We’ll prepare you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.

Ongoing Support – You’ll have a team behind you every step of the way.

Career Development – Opportunities for certifications, leadership roles, and professional growth.

Competitive Benefits – Tuition assistance, mental health support, retirement match, and more.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

Reduced or no‑cost medical visits at Boys Town locations

Free mental health visits with in‑network providers

Generous 401(k) match

Tuition assistance and parenting resources

Paid time off and flexible scheduling

What You’ll Be Doing As an

In‑Home Family Services Specialist , you’ll work directly with families to help them overcome challenges and build skills for long‑term success. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing in‑home support and teaching practical skills to strengthen families.

Connecting families with community resources such as schools, healthcare, and social services.

Offering crisis intervention and guidance when needed.

Building strong relationships with families and collaborating with professionals like teachers, doctors, and social workers.

Developing service plans, monitoring progress, and maintaining accurate documentation.

Who We’re Looking For

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field and 1 year of experience working with children and families

OR (in rural Iowa) Associate’s degree and 2 years of experience

OR (in rural Iowa) 4 years combined education and experience

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed)

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Bilingual skills are a plus

Additional Opportunities

Certification as a Parenting Instructor

Facilitation of family decision‑making meetings

Professional development and leadership pathways

Ready to make a difference and grow your career? Apply today and join a team that's changing lives every day.

Other Duties

This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well‑being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families.

Duties are performed in a variety of environments ranging from highly stressful and potentially aggressive to casual and leisurely, in both indoor and outdoor settings. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is subject to outside weather conditions and may be required to visit homes with substandard living conditions and domestic pets.

Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E‑Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability‑related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1‑877‑639‑6003.

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