About this opportunity
The Home for Little Wanderers lists this Family Partner opportunity in somerville, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
To be considered, all applicants must have experience as a caregiver/parent of a child or youth with special needs and preferably with significant mental health needs
When you join The Home for Little Wanderers, you join a team of professionals dedicated to creating better, brighter futures for kids.
For over 200 years, The Home for Little Wanderers has helped build stable lives and hopeful tomorrows for vulnerable children and their families. Our 25+ community-based and residential programs serve thousands of at-risk youths from birth to age 26. Many of these children have experienced abuse, neglect, trauma, or a disrupted family life. As the oldest child welfare agency in America, we provide them with safe surroundings, permanent loving relationships, and a secure path toward a better, brighter future.
To learn more about the incredible impact our employees have on the lives of children and families, click here:
How You Will Be Making a Difference
Under the direction of Program Director and Senior Family Partner and in collaboration with the Intensive Care Coordinator(s); works to assist in the improvement of the parent(s)/caregiver(s) ability to effectively navigate child-serving systems.
Must have experience as a caregiver/parent of a child or youth with special needs and preferably with significant mental health needs
Works one-on-one with the parent(s)/caregiver(s) to provide, guidance, coaching, education, and support throughout the care planning process
Participates as a member of the Care Planning Team (CPT) and clearly outlines the goals of the Family Support and Training Services
Works closely with families in the home and in the community, and any existing/referring behavioral health provider(s), to implement the objectives and goals identified in the Individual Care Plan
Conducts weekly face-to-face home or community visits and provides regular, on-going telephone support to caregiver/parent
Teaches parents/caregiver how to promote linkages with other treatment providers and other community resources and work with the Intensive Care Coordinator
Educates parents/caregivers about how to effectively navigate the child-serving systems and about the existence of informal/community resources available; and facilitates access to these resources
Attends staff meetings. Presents client/family material; consult with supervisor and team members on challenging and difficult client/family issues. Participates in regular individual and group supervision. Attends clinical training and safety practice training.
Completes daily progress notes, documents significant family interactions and collateral work on a timely manner, as per MassHealth requirements
Participates in program activities, including but not limited to, staff and team meetings, training and development needs of the program, and primary on-call rotation
Employee is required to complete all The Home’s training requirements in addition to State dedicated training.
Enters billing according to program requirements and maintains caseload dictated by the program, which is variable.
Driving Requirements
Required to operate a vehicle
Required to have a valid driver’s license and a “satisfactory” driving record
Required to have access to a personal vehicle for use during work hours
Required to use personal vehicle to transport clients on occasion if/when needed
Must maintain the minimum amounts of liability insurance as required by The Home and/or other regulatory requirements and vehicle registration must be current
Education And Experience
High school diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with children/adolescents/transition age youth or Associate’s degree in human service field and one year experience working with children/adolescents/transition age youth or Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited university and one (1) year of experience working with children/adolescents/transition age youth
Preferably knowledgeable about the home community(ies) of the families to be served
Fluency in a second language such as Spanish, Portugese, or Haitian Creole is preferred but not required
Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications
Valuing Diversity
We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
What The Home Can Offer You
In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available
Extensive training to new staff
Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
And more!
Pay Range Positioning Summary
The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.
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Worksite address
somerville, MA, 02145, US
Who can apply
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