Metro Nashville Government
Family Support Consultant
Metro Nashville Government, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Family Support Consultant
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Family Support Consultant
Salary
$59,085.00 Annually
Location
Nashville, TN
Job Type
Full-Time Grant Funded
Job Number
OFS08070
Department
Office of Family Safety
Opening Date
10/20/2025
Closing Date
11/10/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position Description
This is a non-Civil Service grant funded position in the Office of Family Safety and will provide professional and programmatic leadership and advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence interacting with the Department of Children’s Services (DCS) in Davidson County. This position promotes best practices established by the Safe and Together model and acts as Liaison between DCS and local domestic violence service providers.
Candidates must submit the following to be considered:
Applicant Materials:
Cover Letter
Resume
References
Answer the supplemental questions
Typical Duties
Provide ongoing training, coaching, and support to DCS staff in identifying safety and risk factors related to domestic violence
Facilitate conversations between DCS staff and local domestic violence service agencies to assist in resource linkage for the non-offending parent and child(ren)
Consult with DCS staff to identify the perpetrator’s pattern of coercive control and non-offending parent’s strengths and protective factors
Consult in the development of safety plans and/or case plans that enhance survivor and child safety and promote perpetrator accountability
Participate in CFTMs and other staffing of cases involving domestic violence
Coordinate with DCS training department to facilitate domestic violence-focused training for new and existing DCS staff
Conduct individual coaching sessions with DCS staff on topics including, but not limited to, the dynamics of domestic violence, intersections of domestic violence and child maltreatment, and safety planning
Attend in-home visits with DCS staff, non-offending parents, and children
Provide voluntary advocacy services to non-offending parents and their children, including safety planning, linkage to local resources, crisis intervention, and emotional support
Promote system-level coordination with DCS, domestic violence service providers, courts, law enforcement, and other local partners
Collect and report non-personally identifying aggregate data regarding program activities and services
Minimum Qualifications
Minimally 2 years of experience working with survivors of domestic violence and with child welfare or related systems
Strong administrative skills with Microsoft program (Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of abuse and effective intervention strategies and the intersectionality of child welfare and domestic violence
Demonstrated ability and willingness to engage in positive collaboration with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to pass a background check
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, Social Work preferred
Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally during the workday
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience developing and delivering training
Problem solver, highly efficient, and detail-oriented
Experience with data management and analytics
Experience working in or with both non-profits and the criminal justice system
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams/collaboratives
Experience working under and reporting on grants
Expectations:
This position is an in-person position within the Family Safety Center
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to 615-862-6640.
For any questions regarding this job posting, please email LaToya Townsend at latoyatownsend@jisnashville.gov
Full-time, Civil Service positions -
10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
1 Sick Day per month
12 Paid Holidays per year
Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -
20 vacation days per year
3 Personal days per year
1 Sick Day per month
12 paid holidays per year
Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.
Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information
Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.
01
Describe your understanding of what it means to provide trauma-informed services to clients who have experienced abuse.
02
How would you describe the dynamics of domestic violence to someone who is struggling to understand them?
Required Question
Employer
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
Address
Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210
Phone
(615) 862-6640
Website
https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities
Apply
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Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/5117396)
Apply
Family Support Consultant
Salary
$59,085.00 Annually
Location
Nashville, TN
Job Type
Full-Time Grant Funded
Job Number
OFS08070
Department
Office of Family Safety
Opening Date
10/20/2025
Closing Date
11/10/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position Description
This is a non-Civil Service grant funded position in the Office of Family Safety and will provide professional and programmatic leadership and advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence interacting with the Department of Children’s Services (DCS) in Davidson County. This position promotes best practices established by the Safe and Together model and acts as Liaison between DCS and local domestic violence service providers.
Candidates must submit the following to be considered:
Applicant Materials:
Cover Letter
Resume
References
Answer the supplemental questions
Typical Duties
Provide ongoing training, coaching, and support to DCS staff in identifying safety and risk factors related to domestic violence
Facilitate conversations between DCS staff and local domestic violence service agencies to assist in resource linkage for the non-offending parent and child(ren)
Consult with DCS staff to identify the perpetrator’s pattern of coercive control and non-offending parent’s strengths and protective factors
Consult in the development of safety plans and/or case plans that enhance survivor and child safety and promote perpetrator accountability
Participate in CFTMs and other staffing of cases involving domestic violence
Coordinate with DCS training department to facilitate domestic violence-focused training for new and existing DCS staff
Conduct individual coaching sessions with DCS staff on topics including, but not limited to, the dynamics of domestic violence, intersections of domestic violence and child maltreatment, and safety planning
Attend in-home visits with DCS staff, non-offending parents, and children
Provide voluntary advocacy services to non-offending parents and their children, including safety planning, linkage to local resources, crisis intervention, and emotional support
Promote system-level coordination with DCS, domestic violence service providers, courts, law enforcement, and other local partners
Collect and report non-personally identifying aggregate data regarding program activities and services
Minimum Qualifications
Minimally 2 years of experience working with survivors of domestic violence and with child welfare or related systems
Strong administrative skills with Microsoft program (Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of abuse and effective intervention strategies and the intersectionality of child welfare and domestic violence
Demonstrated ability and willingness to engage in positive collaboration with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to pass a background check
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, Social Work preferred
Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally during the workday
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience developing and delivering training
Problem solver, highly efficient, and detail-oriented
Experience with data management and analytics
Experience working in or with both non-profits and the criminal justice system
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams/collaboratives
Experience working under and reporting on grants
Expectations:
This position is an in-person position within the Family Safety Center
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to 615-862-6640.
For any questions regarding this job posting, please email LaToya Townsend at latoyatownsend@jisnashville.gov
Full-time, Civil Service positions -
10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
1 Sick Day per month
12 Paid Holidays per year
Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -
20 vacation days per year
3 Personal days per year
1 Sick Day per month
12 paid holidays per year
Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.
Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information
Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.
01
Describe your understanding of what it means to provide trauma-informed services to clients who have experienced abuse.
02
How would you describe the dynamics of domestic violence to someone who is struggling to understand them?
Required Question
Employer
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
Address
Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210
Phone
(615) 862-6640
Website
https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities
Apply
Please verify your email address Verify Email