Family Empowerment Coach for Parent Support

Paycom - ATS; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Starfish Family Services is seeking a dedicated Parent Support Partner (PSP) to empower families affected by emotional and behavioral health challenges. The role involves home or community visits, coordination with CMHSP staff, and delivering skill-building interventions to promote family independence.

As a PSP, you will work closely with mental health professionals, support treatment planning, and provide families with resources and non-judgmental encouragement to enhance parenting capacity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Eligibility for MDHHS State Peer Support Specialist Certification: 18+, parent or day-to-day caregiver with child facing challenges.

Responsibilities

• Learn families’ story, culture, strengths, and concerns.
• Coach families to navigate the system by building skills and accessing resources.
• Provide skilled interventions as part of the treatment plan.
• Meet with families in home, community, or other settings to work on goals.
• Provide information about CMHSP, the Parent Support Partner role and related services.
• Offer non-judgmental support, encouragement, and hope.
• Support families in identifying and applying techniques for parenting.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Confidentiality

Documentation

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Email

Word processing

Internet

Job description

Starfish Family Services is seeking a dedicated Parent Support Partner (PSP) to empower families affected by emotional and behavioral health challenges. The role involves home or community visits, coordination with CMHSP staff, and delivering skill-building interventions to promote family independence.

As a PSP, you will work closely with mental health professionals, support treatment planning, and provide families with resources and non-judgmental encouragement to enhance parenting capacity.