Peer Partner I

Family Specialist I at Pacific Clinics Apply for the Family Specialist I role at Pacific Clinics. Compensation Initial hourly rate ranges from $21.00 to $26.37 per hour. Salary depends on experience above the minimum qualifications and internal equity. Salary may vary by location. 8% License Differential for LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, PsyD, and select Peer Certifications. 7.5% Bilingual Differential for qualified positions. Benefits Benefits eligibility starts on day ONE. Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision benefits; Voluntary Life Insurance; Flex Spending; HSA; EAP; and more. Employer-paid Long-Term Disability & Basic Life Insurance. 401(k) Employer Match up to 4%. Competitive Time Off Plans (may vary by employment status). Responsibilities Provides direct services to youth and families. Provides billable mental health services, documents in alignment with MediCal regulations, and meets productivity expectations. Builds relationships with parents, youth, and others. Utilizes strengths to achieve goals and outcomes; supports family-driven, strength-based planning. Seizes therapeutic opportunities during crisis situations. Observes target behaviors, tracks progress, and modifies plans with families. Develops individualized, strength-based interventions and strategies. Engages caregivers, family members, and natural supports. Works community-wide to develop and implement safety and skill plans. Supports families in accessing community-based programs that sustain over time. Develops community resources for children and families. Assists family teams in meeting specific service needs and monitors outcomes. Participates in family-finding team activities, including securing authorizations, creating teams, conducting searches, and setting deadlines. Documents interactions and practices; maintains administrative expectations timely. Exceeds all direct service expectations and documentation requirements. Contributes to program responses for needs across multiple youths and families. Builds on personal strengths, concerns, and needs with balanced focus on the unit. Facilitates and/or co-facilitates healthy group dynamics in various settings. Builds cooperative, culturally responsive relationships with youth, families, and community resources. Performs other responsibilities as assigned to support departmental/business needs. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Minimum Education and Experience High school diploma or GED. Preferred Qualifications 1 year working with children. BA/BS in a related field preferred. Language skills in another language are highly desirable. Other Specific Requirements Must possess a valid California driver's license and insurance, with two years experience, and maintain an insurable driving record under the agency’s liability policy. Physical Requirements Must possess a valid California driver's license and insurance, with two years experience, and maintain an insurable driving record under the agency’s liability policy. Job Competencies Conflict Resolution Documents Clearly and Accurately Encouraging Customer Focus Learning on the Fly Time Management Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Other Industries Mental Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr Pacific Clinics