CBHC ESP Family Partner, Gardner

Clinical and Support Options, Inc; Greenfield (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Family Partners to join their Community Behavioral Health Center. This unique role allows you to leverage your lived experience as a caregiver to support other families facing similar challenges. You will collaborate with clinicians to develop Family Support Plans, provide direct support to families, and facilitate connections to community resources. This position not only empowers you to make a meaningful impact but also offers a flexible and supportive work environment. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the lives of children and families in the community!

Benefits

Full health and dental coverage

Ample paid time off

403B retirement savings plan

Employee referral bonuses

Group rate supplemental insurances

Flexible work environment

Personal cell phone plan discounts

Free CEUs for in-house training

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma and two years' experience with youth.
• Experience as a caregiver of a youth with special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with clinicians to complete assessments and Family Support Plans.
• Provide support and education to families navigating child serving systems.

Skills

Experience with children and adolescents

Lived experience as a caregiver

Communication skills

Empowerment and self-efficacy building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CSO is looking for Family Partners to work in our CBHC (Community Behavioral Health Center) Emergency Services Program (ESP) in Gardner.

Are you the parent or caregiver of a child who has struggled with emotional or physical challenges? Was there ever a time that you felt like you were alone? There are many other caregivers out there navigating their way through a similar journey, and they could use your support. CSO has a unique opportunity for you to share your lived experience and provide guidance and insight to those going through challenges similar to the ones you've already endured.

This is a peer position, for a candidate who has lived experience as a caregiver of a child who's received services for mental health diagnosis.

You Will:

1. Work in conjunction with Clinicians and other staff to complete assessments and Family Support Plans (including CANS Assessment when needed)
2. Provide support for parent and/or family members through the process of assessment and Family Support Plan development; encourage involvement of natural supports for families
3. Oversee implementation of the Family Support Plan
4. Provide direct supports to family members
5. When applicable, provide education, coaching, training and assistance to parents in navigating child serving systems (DCF, DMH, juvenile justice)
6. Foster empowerment and building self-efficacy
7. Facilitate linkages to peer/parent support and self-help groups as necessary
8. Assist in identifying formal, natural support and community resources

Your Background:

1. Minimum high school diploma or GED and two years' experience working with children, adolescents or transition age youth
2. Experience as parent/caregiver of a youth with special needs, and preferably a youth with mental health needs; willingness to share this experience/journey with child serving systems
3. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

We also seek applicants who embody CSO's values by being:

1. Positive -- maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions
2. Respectful -- collaborating and effectively communicating
3. Insightful -- demonstrating self-awareness and effectively priority setting
4. Conscientious -- taking accountability and applying feedback

What We Offer:

Competitive salaries, full health and dental coverage, free CEUs for in-house training, ample paid time off, a 403B retirement savings plan, employee referral bonuses, group rate supplemental insurances, a premier employee assistance program, personal cell phone plan discounts, and a flexible, supportive work environment fostering collaboration.

Our Agency:

Clinical & Support Options, Inc. is a dynamic behavioral health organization serving Western Massachusetts for over 50 years. With offices across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and beyond, we're dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals and families. Join our team of over 650 multi-disciplinary staff and become part of a collaborative environment where excellence is fostered internally and partnerships are forged externally with community organizations. At CSO, you'll find a flexible and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and growth. Join us and make a positive impact on thousands of lives in our communities!

CSO was voted a "Healthcare Industry Top Workplace" in 2023 and 2024. We are the fastest-growing Behavioral Health agency in Western Massachusetts. CSO has consistently received high marks on their internal employee satisfaction survey, noting that over 90% of CSO staff would recommend CSO as a great place to work. We encourage you to check us out!

CSO offers Training in: Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Skills and more.