Parent Support Partner

Parent Support Partner

Full-Time

Newaygo County Mental Health is seeking a compassionate and motivated individual to join our Youth Services Team as a Parent Support Partner .

This unique role is designed for a parent or primary caregiver who has lived experience raising a child with emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health challenges. Candidates must have a child who is currently receiving or has previously received services.

Position Overview

The Parent Support Partner plays a vital role in empowering families to build confidence, strengthen parenting skills, and move toward greater independence. This position provides peer-to-peer support, guidance, and mentorship to families navigating mental health services.

The ideal candidate demonstrates empathy, respect, and responsiveness to diverse values, cultural backgrounds, and life experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide peer support, mentorship, and encouragement to parents and caregivers
• Empower families through skill-building and education
• Assist families in accessing community resources and navigating service systems
• Partner with service providers to support coordinated care
• Participate in service planning, implementation, and transition processes as outlined in the Person-Centered Plan
• Promote family voice, choice, and advocacy in all aspects of care
• Foster positive, respectful partnerships between families and professionals

Qualifications

• Must be a parent or primary caregiver with lived experience supporting a child with emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health challenges
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong computer and typing skills
• Valid Michigan driver’s license
• Ability and willingness to share personal experiences in a professional and supportive manner

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of an extensive background check and drug screening

Compensation

• Salary range: $40,792 – $50,000 , based on experience

Newaygo County Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).