Family Support Partner

Program Description
Families Forward is a Wraparound Program in which mental health professionals and paraprofessionals partner with youth and families to find creative solutions to the family's unique challenges. Wraparound is a family-driven process that facilitates team building and decision making using the strengths and resources of the family and community. Together, the team creates goals to promote stabilization in the home and self-sufficiency through community and family partnership.

Position Description
Family Support Partner –

• Develop a supportive, nurturing relationship with parent/caregivers and families.
• Assist families in caring for the educational needs of the child.
• Provide and model supportive parenting training to parents and/or caregivers.
• Transport children and families to appointments when necessary.
• Provide advocacy for child, parents, and families.
• Assist families in obtaining resources and assistance when needed.
• Assist family in setting goals and building on family strengths.
• Support the healthy development of children and families.
• Complies with all documentation and data requirements; participate in quality assurance process.
• Interface with and participate in wraparound treatment teams with public systems, providers, and families..
• Maintain flexible schedule according to client needs.
• Provide 24-hour proactive emergency and crisis intervention and support.

Education and Experience Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED. Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Couseling, or Family Counseling a plus. 
• Life experience as a caregiver/parent to a child/youth in the social services system.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families.
• Bilingual/Bicultural candidates are encouraged to apply.

Apply to submit resume and cover letter.