Career Opportunities

Family Services has an immediate opening for a Site Coordinator in the Intellectual Disabilities Program. The successful candidate will provide the administrative duties of a site coordinator along with providing personal care, companionship and assist in helping to enhance the lives of those being served. This position is full-time. Position requires a High School Diploma/GED and a valid PA driver's license. Physical, Drug Screen, all Background Checks/Clearances paid for by Family Services. All new hire training and annual training will be provided. Starting wage is $21.00 per hour. Health; Vision; Dental; are available. 401(k) with 2% match, Life/LTD following one year of service. Generous time off package includes: Vacation; Sick Leave; 10 paid Holidays per year. Apply online at www.familyservicesinc.net or in person at 2022 Broad Avenue, Altoona, PA. EOE

Family Services is seeking a Full Time Housing Advocate to work with victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and other crimes find safe and affordable housing.  The Housing Advocate will network with local landlords and housing authorities to connect victims and survivors in need with stable housing for them and their families.  The Housing Advocate will work Monday – Friday with flexible hours totaling 40 hours per week. The position requires a bachelor’s degree with 1 year experience working with victims and/or housing OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess excellent interpersonal communication and time management skills.  Must have the ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, and discretion in honoring client confidentiality while also having the ability to work with a diverse population of survivors and colleagues. Must complete mandatory comprehensive victim services training prior to working with clients. Reliable transportation and a valid PA driver’s license is required.  Act 33/34 clearances required. Starting Wage: $17 per hour based upon experience.  The position is full-time with Health, Vacation, Sick Leave, 401(k), Life/LTD.  Apply online at www.familyservicesinc.net, in person or by mail at Family Services, 2022 Broad Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16601. EOE

Do you have a positive outlook and a passion for helping others? Family Services has immediate openings for Direct Service Staff at our Family Shelter where you will encourage and empower clients in achieving housing and employment. The successful candidate will be compassionate, patient, respectful and have a basic understanding of trauma informed support. In this position, you will promote a growth oriented environment and maintain confidentiality and strong boundaries while striving to meet the social, economic, emotional and physical needs of clients receiving services. This position starts at $14.00 per hour. You must be 21 or over, have a valid PA driver’s license, high school diploma or GED, and must pass drug screen and all other background checks. Full time positions are eligible for Health; Vision; Dental insurances as well as Vacation and Sick leave plus 10 paid Holidays. 401(k) with match; Life/LTD. Apply online at www.familyservicesinc.net or at Family Services, 2022 Broad Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601. If you have any questions regarding this position, please reach out to us at 944-3583 x 369.

Family Services currently has immediate Direct Support Professional openings for those who would like to make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. The successful candidates will provide personal care, companionship and assist in helping enhancing the lives of those being served. Various full time shifts available.

DSP Starting Wage: $16/hourly 

Position requires you have your High School Diploma/GED and a valid PA driver's license. Physical, Drug Screen, all Background Checks/Clearances paid for by Family Services. All new hire training and annual training will be provided. Benefits include: Health; Vision; Dental; 401K, Life/LTD and more. Generous time off package includes: Vacation; Sick Leave; 10 paid Holidays per year. Apply online at www.familyservicesinc.net; on the Family Services Face Book page or in person at 2022 Broad Avenue, Altoona, PA. EOE

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