H-1B Visa Family Support Specialist Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Family Support Specialists exist at nonprofits, healthcare systems, and government-funded social service agencies that structure the role around a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or human services. Employers must file a certified LCA with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS before your start date.
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Position Summary
Provides direct Family Peer Support services to member's guardians, caregivers, and care team. Provides guidance to SKY initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Certification in or eligibility to become certified as a KY Family Peer Support Specialist
- Must reside in Salt River Trail Region: (Breckinridge, Grayson, Meade, Hardin, Larue, Bullitt, Nelson, Marion, Washington, Spencer, Anderson, Woodford, Shelby, Franklin, Henry, Oldham, Trimble Counties)
- Ability to travel up to 33% of the time
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Meets Eligibility Criteria:
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Must be 18 years of age or older
- Be a self-identified parent or other family member who has lived experience with a client who has received services related to a mental health, substance use, or co-occurring mental health and substance use disability from at least 1 child serving agency
- Have successfully completed a KFLA training approved by the department
- Successfully complete a KFPSS core competency training approved by the department or receive a training waiver for this requirement in accordance with Section 5 of this administrative regulation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a caregiver of a youth utilizing paid behavioral health supports
- Experience with youth/families engaged in the child justice and welfare systems
- Organizational Skills
- Exceptional Communication Skills
Education
High School Diploma/GED
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$18.50 - $31.72
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 01/30/2027
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Provides direct Family Peer Support services to member's guardians, caregivers, and care team. Provides guidance to SKY initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Certification in or eligibility to become certified as a KY Family Peer Support Specialist
- Must reside in Salt River Trail Region: (Breckinridge, Grayson, Meade, Hardin, Larue, Bullitt, Nelson, Marion, Washington, Spencer, Anderson, Woodford, Shelby, Franklin, Henry, Oldham, Trimble Counties)
- Ability to travel up to 33% of the time
-
Meets Eligibility Criteria:
-
Must be 18 years of age or older
- Be a self-identified parent or other family member who has lived experience with a client who has received services related to a mental health, substance use, or co-occurring mental health and substance use disability from at least 1 child serving agency
- Have successfully completed a KFLA training approved by the department
- Successfully complete a KFPSS core competency training approved by the department or receive a training waiver for this requirement in accordance with Section 5 of this administrative regulation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a caregiver of a youth utilizing paid behavioral health supports
- Experience with youth/families engaged in the child justice and welfare systems
- Organizational Skills
- Exceptional Communication Skills
Education
High School Diploma/GED
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$18.50 - $31.72
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 01/30/2027
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Family Support Specialist
Align your degree to social work credentials
H-1B visa eligibility for this role hinges on a direct connection between your degree field and job duties. A bachelor's in social work, psychology, counseling, or human development strengthens your specialty occupation argument. Degrees in unrelated fields create petition risk.
Target agencies with LCA filing histories
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers who have already filed certified LCAs for Family Support Specialist or closely related social services titles. Prior filings signal an established sponsorship process and reduce your negotiation time on the hiring side.
Verify worksite-level LCA coverage before accepting
Each physical worksite requires its own certified LCA. If the role involves home visits across counties or multiple office locations, confirm with HR that DOL certification covers every site where you'll regularly work, not just the headquarters address.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your negotiation
DOL prevailing wage levels for community and social service roles vary significantly by county. Pull the OFLC Wage Search data for your specific SOC code and location before your offer conversation so you know the minimum compliant wage your employer must certify.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
If you're transitioning from OPT or another status with a hard end date, ask your employer to file I-129 with USCIS premium processing. Standard adjudication timelines can run several months and may not align with a contract start date or program funding cycle.
Review O*NET duties before the petition is drafted
The O*NET profile for your SOC code lists the theoretical and practical knowledge requirements USCIS expects to see reflected in the job description. Cross-check the employer's draft position description against O*NET tasks before the LCA is filed to avoid an RFE.
H-1B Visa Family Support Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Family Support Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It depends on how the employer defines and documents the position. Family Support Specialist is not an automatically qualifying title. For H-1B approval, the employer must demonstrate the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field, such as social work, psychology, or counseling. Agencies that frame the position around clinical assessment, case management, or evidence-based intervention methods are better positioned to meet USCIS's specialty occupation standard than those that describe the role in general support terms.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for social services roles?
Federally funded nonprofits, hospital-based social work departments, child welfare agencies, and community mental health centers are the most active sponsors for social services H-1B petitions. These organizations typically have HR infrastructure familiar with USCIS filing requirements. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by role type on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with confirmed LCA filing histories in this occupational category.
What documents should I prepare before approaching employers about H-1B sponsorship?
Have a credential evaluation of your foreign degree ready if you studied outside the United States, a translated copy of your transcripts, and documentation of any relevant licensure such as an LCSW or LMFT where the state requires it. Employers also need a detailed job description linking your degree field to specific role duties before DOL will certify the LCA. Gaps in credential documentation are a leading cause of petition delays for social services hires.
How long does H-1B status last for a Family Support Specialist?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years on initial approval, with one extension possible for a total of six years. Beyond six years, continued H-1B status typically requires an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending green card application that meets specific age thresholds. There is no automatic indefinite extension, so discussing the employer's long-term immigration support policy before you accept an offer matters.
Can I work at multiple service locations on one H-1B approval?
Only if each worksite is covered by a separately certified LCA filed with DOL before work begins at that location. Family support roles often involve outreach across multiple community sites, school campuses, or client homes in different counties. Each distinct location where you perform services regularly requires its own LCA certification at the prevailing wage for that area. Working at an unlisted site before certification is a compliance violation for your employer.