Family Advocate & Support Coach

Old Colony YMCA; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Colony YMCA in Fall River, MA is seeking a Family Partner to work with families experiencing mental health needs, providing support, advocacy, and coaching to parents and caregivers. The role requires engaging with home and community settings, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to implement family-driven plans.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans with families, coordinating services, documenting progress, and transporting as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a parent/guardian or other caretaking role of a child with mental health needs.
• \"Lived\" experiences within Behavioral Health and/or Social Services fields.
• Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate cultural humility and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Basic computer skills for word processing and data entry.
• Flexibility to respond to families under stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess a current and valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to walk, sit and stand during the work day.

Responsibilities

• Works with the IHB team to develop treatment plans through family engagement strategies.
• Provides consultation to ensure family-driven practice and service coordination.
• Guides, coaches, trains, and advocates for parent/caregiver regarding child treatment and resources.
• Assists parent/caregiver in articulating youth’s strengths, needs and goals for treatment and safety planning.
• Attends weekly supervision with a licensed clinician and group supervision to review progress.
• Completes daily progress notes, treatment goals, and required documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

Good communication

Cultural humility

Driver's license

Education

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Old Colony YMCA in Fall River, MA is seeking a Family Partner to work with families experiencing mental health needs, providing support, advocacy, and coaching to parents and caregivers. The role requires engaging with home and community settings, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to implement family-driven plans.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans with families, coordinating services, documenting progress, and transporting as needed.