About this opportunity
Clinical and Support Options, Inc lists this CBHC ESP Family Partner, Greenfield opportunity in greenfield, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
CSO is looking for Family Partners to work in our CBHC (Community Behavioral Health Center) Emergency Services Program (ESP) in Greenfield.
Are you the parent or caregiver of a child who has struggled with emotional or physical challenges? Was there ever a time that you felt like you were alone? There are many other care givers out there navigating their way through a similar journey, and they could use your support. CSO has a unique opportunity for you to share your lived experience and provide guidance and insight to those going through challenges similar to the ones you've already endured.
This is a peer position, for a candidate who has lived experience as a caregiver of a child who's received services for mental health diagnosis.
You Will:
Work in conjunction with Clinicians and other staff to complete assessments and Family Support Plans (including CANS Assessment when needed)
Provide support for parent and/or family members through process of assessment and Family Support Plan development; encourage involvement of natural supports for families
Oversee implementation of the Family Support Plan
Provide direct supports to family members
When applicable, provide education, coaching, training and assistance to parents in navigating child serving systems (DCF, DMH, juvenile justice)
Foster empowerment and building self-efficacy
Facilitate linkages to peer/parent support and self-help groups as necessary
Assist in identifying formal, natural support and community resources
Your Background:
Minimum high school diploma or GED and two years' experience working with children, adolescents or transition age youth
Experience as parent/caregiver of a youth with special needs, and preferably a youth with mental health needs; willingness to share this experience/journey with child serving systems
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
We also seek applicants who embody CSO's values by being:
Positive -- maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions
Respectful -- collaborating and effectively communicating
Insightful -- demonstrating self-awareness and effectively priority setting
Conscientious -- taking accountability and applying feedback
What We Offer:
Competitive salaries
full health and dental coverage
free CEUs for in-house training
ample paid time off
a 403B retirement savings plan
employee referral bonuses
group rate supplemental insurances
a premier employee assistance program
personal cell phone plan discounts
a flexible, supportive work environment fostering collaboration.
Our Agency:
Clinical & Support Options, Inc. is a dynamic behavioral health organization serving Western Massachusetts for over 50 years. With offices across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and beyond, we're dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals and families. Join our team of over 650 multi-disciplinary staff and become part of a collaborative environment where excellence is fostered internally and partnerships are forged externally with community organizations. At CSO, you'll find a flexible and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and growth. Join us and make a positive impact on thousands of lives in our communities!
CSO was voted a "Healthcare Industry Top Workplace" in 2023, 2024 and 2025. We are the fastest-growing Behavioral Health agency in Western Massachusetts. CSO has consistently received high marks on their internal employee satisfaction survey, noting that over 90% of CSO staff would recommend CSO as a great place to work. We encourage you to check us out!
CSO offers Training in: Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Skills and more.
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Worksite address
greenfield, MA, 01301, US
Who can apply
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