About this opportunity
The Whole Child Mental Health & Housing Services lists this Parent Partner opportunity in california, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
FLSA: Non-exempt
DEPARTMENT: Mental Health
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JOB OVERVIEW
Parent Partner will mentor parents currently involved in the system. They will be a supportive voice for the family and or act as the “parent’s voice”. They will provide advocacy, support and referral service to clients assigned to their caseload.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist in providing field contacts and ensures client’s access to services
Assist clients and caretakers in linking to community services within the scope of EPI-LA
Provide in-home support services that demonstrate family-centered, help-give skills and addresses activities within the Client Care/Coordination Plan
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to address needs of client/families and facilitate community services linkage
Document all activities in accordance with Medi-Cal regulations and protocol of EPI-LA Services
Act as liaison between EPI-LA staff, community providers, families, and children, facilitating an alliance to The Whole child mission
Participate in identifying clients’ needs and triggers (within a strength-based model) to escalation and barriers; makes recommendations to supervisors and treatment team
Provide teaching and guidance to parents and caregivers to help them manage existing resources and access needed resources (i.e., DCFS, Probation or Mental Health systems)
Provide individualized treatment planning for clients and clients access and keep appointments, locate resources, etc.
Develop and maintain positive, supportive relationships with parents and acts as a liaison between client, agency and community resources (including the use of informal supports, natural family helpers) and various services and systems
Maintain knowledge of program standards and policies developed by The Whole Child and other governing bodies; develop personal and professional knowledge by attending educational workshop; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in in-service programs.
Contribute to individual/group counseling, providing some education, consultation and other needed services
Work closely with assigned children’s parent/caregivers to present their best interests
Report any concerns to appropriate team member as they relate to case management
Make regular home visits to families
Educate parents on applicable resources
Assist parents in developing positive problem-solving skills
Facilitate interventions as appropriate
Model appropriate behavioral interventions
Assist in planning program events
Participate in staff/team meetings
Completes paperwork in a timely and thorough manner
Accompany parents to important meetings (i.e., court proceedings)
Other related duties as assigned and approved by the Supervisor(s)/Manager(s)
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 1-2 years of work experience related to providing case management or rehabilitative services in a mental health setting
Valid California driver’s license and valid auto insurance
Employee may be asked to participate in cross-training programs or pursue additional education or training when it is determined to be in the best interest of the company by the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer
Preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish). Additional compensation for proven bilingual skills and ability to translate
Peer Support Specialist Certifications.
BENEFITS
Full benefits package to all positions after 30 days of employment.
Free standard HMO Health, Dental, and Vision plans offered to employees.
401k plan with 4% employer match.
Paid Vacation Time Off that accrues to 10 days annually and increases with seniority.
5 Paid Sick Days annually.
14 Paid Holidays annually.
Bilingual Stipend if applicable.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
This description is only intended to identify the duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the position. It is not intended, nor should it be interpreted to describe each and every duty an employee assigned may be required to perform.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a normal office setting, cli
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Worksite address
california, MO, 65018, US
Who can apply
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