Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids, IA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma or GED, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Frequent Travel Required - Up to 50%, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Solution Focused Meeting Facilitator Bring People Together. Empower Families. Create Lasting Change. Are you a natural communicator who enjoys bringing people together, finding solutions, and helping families move forward? At Four Oaks, we believe every family has strengths, every voice deserves to be heard, and every challenge is an opportunity for positive change. We're looking for a compassionate, organized, and motivated Solution Focused Meeting Facilitator who is passionate about helping children, youth, and families build brighter futures! As a Solution Focused Meeting Facilitator, you'll play an important role in guiding meaningful conversations, bringing families and support teams together, and helping identify solutions that promote stability, independence, and long-term success. This isn't just about leading meetings. It's about creating opportunities for families to be heard, supported, and empowered to take the next step forward! What You'll Do Every meeting is an opportunity to build connections, encourage collaboration, and make a meaningful difference! In this role, you will: Bring People Together: Coordinate and facilitate Solution Focused Meetings (SFMs) and Youth Transition Decision Making (YTDM) meetings that encourage collaboration and family-driven solutions. Empower Families and Youth: Create a welcoming, respectful environment where families and youth feel comfortable sharing their strengths, concerns, and goals. Turn Conversations into Action: Guide productive discussions that help families identify challenges, develop solutions, and create meaningful plans for moving forward. Prepare for Success: Engage families, youth, and team members before meetings to ensure everyone understands the process and is ready to participate. Build Strong Partnerships: Collaborate with HHS workers, Family Centered Services (FCS) providers, and other professionals to ensure coordinated communication and support. Connect Families to Resources: Help identify community services, interventions, and support systems that promote stability and long-term self-sufficiency. Navigate Challenges with Confidence: Remain calm, professional, and solution-focused when facilitating difficult conversations or responding to crisis situations. Keep Things Organized: Coordinate meeting schedules, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure services meet agency and contractual requirements. Grow Your Expertise: Complete required training in Solution Based Casework (SBC), Solution Focused Meeting facilitation, and Youth Transition Decision Making to effectively guide families through the process. Be Flexible and Team-Oriented: Work collaboratively with team members and provide services outside traditional business hours when needed to accommodate families and youth. Why You'll Love Working at Four Oaks We're more than a team. We're a family! At Four Oaks, we understand that supporting children and families takes dedication, compassion, and teamwork. That's why we're committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. Here's what you can look forward to: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Benefits to support your health and well-being. 401(k) Retirement Plan – Helping you prepare for your future. Competitive Wages – Compensation that recognizes your important work. Growth & Advancement Opportunities – Develop new skills and explore opportunities to advance your career. Excellent Paid Leave Package – Because maintaining a healthy work/life balance matters. 7 Paid Holidays – Additional time to recharge. Educational Discounts – Opportunities to support your continued learning. Fitness Center Discounts – Resources to encourage your health and wellness. Business Casual Work Environment – A comfortable and professional workplace. Supportive Team Culture – Work alongside passionate individuals who believe in making a difference. Your Voice Can Help Families Find Their Way Forward! Sometimes, the most meaningful change begins with a conversation. Whether you're helping a family identify their strengths, guiding a youth through an important transition, or bringing a team together to develop a plan, your ability to listen, connect, and lead can make a lasting impact. At Four Oaks, you'll have the opportunity to help turn difficult conversations into positive steps forward and empower families to build stronger futures. If you're passionate about helping others, skilled at bringing people together, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Be the Connection. Inspire Solutions. Join Four Oaks! Apply today and help empower families, one conversation at a time! Qualifications & Program Information: What you need: You need to be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED to qualify.  The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field of study and/or previous experience in child welfare.