Role OverviewWayside is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Family Partner to provide supportive service to parents/caregivers of eligible youth. The Family Partner must have 'lived experience' as a parent/primary caregiver of a youth who is/has been involved in the Mental Health system.
What You Will Do
The Family Partner provides hope, information, encouragement, and one-to-one support to parents/caregivers of children with emotional/behavioral health issues. Assists caregivers in planning for the strengths and needs of their child. Helps parents/caregivers access resources, services and support.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Talent connecting with people, strong communication skills, flexibility and creative thinking, and ability to work independently are required. Bilingual is a plus but not required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Lived experience as a parent/primary caregiver of a youth who is/has been involved in the Mental Health System
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Knowledge of behavioral health systems and services, DMH, and DCF resources, special education law and services, and other social service resources
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
- Tuition and training reimbursement
- PTO package with 3 wellness days
- 9 paid holidays
- Up to 3 weeks of vacation in the first year
- Free training, CEUs, and more
- Exceptional medical benefits
- Financial health supports
- Career development opportunities
- $2,000.00 sign-on bonus (pro-rated for part-time)
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