Parent Partner

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Parent Partner DMH - PIER FULL TIME EMPLOYEE Service Worker Whittier, Whittier, CA, US 3 days ago Requisition ID: 1272 Salary Range: $21.00 To $23.00 Hourly FLSA: Non-exempt DEPARTMENT: Mental Health .

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 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:

FLSA: Non-exempt DEPARTMENT: Mental Health .

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 #J-18808-Ljbffr The Whole Child Mental Health & Housing Services