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Family Specialist jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of human services and degree-level case management, drawing employers who structure roles around social work, counseling, or human development credentials. Sponsors file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering your status for up to three years.
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Get Access To All JobsMake a Difference in a Child’s Life – Become a Family Visitation Specialist in Emmetsburg, IA!
Starting Pay: $17.00–$20.00 per hour
Full-Time Hours
Shifts: Includes evenings and weekends
Looking for a rewarding role where every trip counts? As a Youth Transport & Visitation Specialist, you'll ensure the safety and well-being of children during transport and family visits. Be the trusted support that helps children reconnect safely with loved ones—and make each ride matter.
Benefits You’ll Enjoy (as a full time employee):
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Free services at Boys Town Clinics for enrolled employees
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – 100% Employer Match up to 6%
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance – Support for continuing your education
- Employee Assistance Program – Free confidential services for you and your family
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Safely transporting youth to and from family visits
- Supervising visits to ensure safe, appropriate interactions
- Guiding parents with constructive engagement and redirection
- Documenting visits and reporting behaviors or safety concerns
- Building trust with families to support positive outcomes
Who We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 1+ year of experience in youth care or human services
- Valid driver's license with good driving record and be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Registration check
- Ability to drive for extended periods and work flexible hours including evenings/weekends
- Ability to provide own transportation (mileage reimbursed) to complete travel requirements of the job required
- Meet auto insurance requirements established by Boys Town policy and/or State and Local laws required
Physical & Safety Requirements:
- Ability to lift children or car seats up to 50 lbs
- Must be able to safely transport youth in all weather conditions
- Comfortable entering varied home environments and managing challenging behaviors
Join us and be a life-changing influence in a child’s future. Apply today and start making a difference!
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:
- Must be able to lift car seats and children up to 50 pounds. Reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient agility and endurance to perform all job requirements (including stressful situations – physically, mentally, and emotionally) encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families. Must have sufficient ability to see, hear, speak, and mobility to monitor youth. Duties are performed 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. Travel/transportation is a significant responsibility of this position. Must be a safe driver and transport youth and families in all seasons and weather conditions.
Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
About Boys Town:
Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.
Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. 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.
Make a Difference in a Child’s Life – Become a Family Visitation Specialist in Emmetsburg, IA!
Starting Pay: $17.00–$20.00 per hour
Full-Time Hours
Shifts: Includes evenings and weekends
Looking for a rewarding role where every trip counts? As a Youth Transport & Visitation Specialist, you'll ensure the safety and well-being of children during transport and family visits. Be the trusted support that helps children reconnect safely with loved ones—and make each ride matter.
Benefits You’ll Enjoy (as a full time employee):
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Free services at Boys Town Clinics for enrolled employees
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – 100% Employer Match up to 6%
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance – Support for continuing your education
- Employee Assistance Program – Free confidential services for you and your family
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Safely transporting youth to and from family visits
- Supervising visits to ensure safe, appropriate interactions
- Guiding parents with constructive engagement and redirection
- Documenting visits and reporting behaviors or safety concerns
- Building trust with families to support positive outcomes
Who We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 1+ year of experience in youth care or human services
- Valid driver's license with good driving record and be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Registration check
- Ability to drive for extended periods and work flexible hours including evenings/weekends
- Ability to provide own transportation (mileage reimbursed) to complete travel requirements of the job required
- Meet auto insurance requirements established by Boys Town policy and/or State and Local laws required
Physical & Safety Requirements:
- Ability to lift children or car seats up to 50 lbs
- Must be able to safely transport youth in all weather conditions
- Comfortable entering varied home environments and managing challenging behaviors
Join us and be a life-changing influence in a child’s future. Apply today and start making a difference!
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:
- Must be able to lift car seats and children up to 50 pounds. Reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient agility and endurance to perform all job requirements (including stressful situations – physically, mentally, and emotionally) encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families. Must have sufficient ability to see, hear, speak, and mobility to monitor youth. Duties are performed 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. Travel/transportation is a significant responsibility of this position. Must be a safe driver and transport youth and families in all seasons and weather conditions.
Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
About Boys Town:
Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.
Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Family Specialist
Align your degree to specialty occupation standards
H-1B eligibility hinges on a direct link between your bachelor's degree field and the Family Specialist role. Social work, counseling, psychology, or human development degrees strengthen that connection. Generic degrees in unrelated fields create RFE risk, so document coursework that maps to case management duties.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting offers
Run the Family Specialist SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing wage for the specific worksite county. Accepting an offer below that threshold forces a last-minute LCA amendment and can delay your petition.
Target employers already filing LCAs for this role
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for Family Specialist and related human services roles. This filters out organizations that have never navigated the process, saving you from educating an HR team that has never sponsored a worker before.
Confirm each worksite appears on your certified LCA
If your Family Specialist role spans multiple county offices, schools, or community sites, each distinct worksite address must appear on a separately certified LCA. DOL does not allow a single LCA to cover unlisted locations, and working at an uncertified site puts your status at risk.
Get a written specialty occupation justification from HR
Before USCIS reviews your I-129, ask your employer to prepare a detailed position description showing that the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Vague job descriptions citing only experience are the leading cause of specialty occupation RFEs for human services positions.
File premium processing if your start date is firm
If your onboarding date is tied to a contract, school calendar, or program funding cycle, ask your employer to file premium processing with USCIS. Standard adjudication timelines for I-129 petitions can exceed several months, and a delayed approval can push back a fixed program start date.
H-1B Visa Family Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Family Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the position is structured. Family Specialist roles built around licensed social work, clinical counseling, or case management functions that require a specific bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or human development typically qualify. If the posting requires only a general degree or equivalent experience, USCIS may issue an RFE challenging specialty occupation status. Employers who consistently sponsor this role write job descriptions that tie every core duty to degree-level knowledge.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Family Specialist positions?
Nonprofits running federal or state-funded family services programs, child welfare agencies, healthcare systems with integrated social work departments, and school districts contracting licensed family support staff are the most active sponsors. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified LCA filing history for human services roles, so you can identify organizations already familiar with the H-1B process rather than starting the conversation cold.
How long does H-1B status last for a Family Specialist job?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years on the initial petition. Your employer can extend it for another three years, reaching a six-year maximum. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a PERM application that has been pending for at least 365 days, allowing one-year increments under AC21 portability rules.
What happens if my Family Specialist role moves to a different office location?
Every new worksite requires its own certified LCA before you begin working there. Your employer must file an amended I-129 with USCIS and obtain DOL certification for the new address. Working at an unlisted location, even temporarily, is a compliance violation. If your role regularly rotates between community sites, confirm that your employer's immigration counsel has a process for handling multi-site LCA coverage before you accept the offer.
Can a Family Specialist switch employers while on H-1B status?
Yes, through H-1B portability. If your new employer files an I-129 transfer petition before your current status expires, you can begin working for them as soon as USCIS receives the petition, without waiting for approval. The new employer must certify a fresh LCA for your specific worksite and salary. Prior H-1B time counts toward the six-year cap, so confirm how many years remain before accepting a transfer offer.