Family Partner for Peer Run Youth Crisis Center

Family Partner for Peer Run Youth Crisis Center The Family Partner is a person with lived experience as a primary caregiver (parent, foster parent, or guardian) of a child with mental health or emotional challenges and at least one year of experience navigating systems of care. They will utilize their experience to instill a sense of hope and optimism for families with youth who are facing mental health challenges. The Peer Run Youth Crisis Respite Program (PRYCRP), also referred to as the Youth Peer Support Program (YPSP), supports youth from 13 to 17 years of age, as well as the individuals who support them at home. Under the direction of the Program Director, the Family Partner will provide peer support to the family who supports the youth in the program and does not provide services directly to the child/youth. The position provides family partner services as part of a multi‑disciplinary team in which all services and support provided are recovery‑oriented, person‑centered, relationship‑focused, and trauma‑informed. These services may be provided to a parent, legal guardian, and/or supportive family member or ally of the youth enrolled in the program. This position assists the team and family of the youth to maximize the youth's experience and choice, self‑determination, and decision‑making in the planning and coordination of services. The YPSP focuses on providing peer and family support, as well as access to essential resources for youth, their families, and supportive allies. It is a community‑based initiative that includes peer support and family partner services. Additionally, the program aims to establish strong connections between the PRYCRP and various community‑based organizations. These linkages are intended to enhance the support network within the community, thereby improving the overall health and well‑being of the youth and their extended support networks. Before being accepted for employment, applicants must be successfully established in their own recoveries. They must qualify to be a Certified Family Partner as demonstrated by the completion of an attestation of lived experience. Must obtain and hold credentialing as a Certified Family Partner (CFP) per the requirements and standards of the Texas Certification Board. This position requires flexibility in schedule, non‑traditional hours, weekend hours, some travel, and availability for after‑hours clinical/administrative consult. You will get to: Help families navigate complex systems with empathy, knowledge, and a collaborative approach. Serve as a formal member of the recovery team and advocate for family voice and choice. Provide mentoring and coaching through the transfer of knowledge, insight, experience, and encouragement. Model hope, positive parenting, advocacy, and self‑care skills. Facilitate parent support groups and other family‑centered activities. Maintain high standards of documentation, achieving 95% of all documentation within 24 hours. Participate in continuous professional development and refresher training. Meet key performance indicators as outlined by the program director and supervisor. Collaborate with PRYCRP team, interagency departments/clinics, families, and community partners. Ensure compliance with Medicaid background check requirements. Complete additional duties assigned by the PRYCRP Director or Program Director. Assist in updating program goals and documentation as needed. Achieve Texas state certification within one year of hire. Travel as required for service coordination and community outreach. You'll definitely need: High School Diploma / GED Valid Texas State Driver's License Current automobile insurance and the ability to travel when necessary Completion of the HHSC‑approved Family Partner Certification Process Flexibility in schedule to include weekend and evenings to support PRYCRP operation hours Eligibility for a Medicaid background check Ability to pass PMAB and CPR training We'll also want you to: Perform other duties as required to meet program and departmental goals and objectives Maintain flexibility in schedule (evenings or weekends) and travel We're excited to provide: PPO health insurance plan PPO dental plans and vision insurance options for healthy teeth and eyes Employer‑paid life insurance 401(a) plan with employer matches up to 8% of salary (100% vested after 3 years) 457/403(b) plan – employees eligible to contribute pre‑tax earnings immediately Generous paid time off for vacations and paid sick time for illness An authentic and caring environment where team members support one another #J-18808-Ljbffr