Family Engagement & Recovery Advocate

Vinfen; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Assistance and Remission

Referral bonus

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Vinfen is a nonprofit health and human services organization delivering community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions and related challenges. The ACCS Family Connector role focuses on creating a stable family support network, outreach, information, and direct support aligned with each person’s Treatment Plan.

You will work with adults with psychiatric conditions, involving families when appropriate, and act as a liaison among teams while promoting recovery-oriented,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or equivalent; master’s preferred.
• 2–3 years experience with adults with psychiatric conditions.
• Must have access to a vehicle and a US driver’s license; willingness to transport Persons Served.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to pass CORI and background checks.
• CPR, First Aid and MAP certification within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Creates a welcoming environment for families and supporters.
• Provides family psycho-education and refers resources in the community (e.g., NAMI).
• Collaborates with families to determine level of participation in treatment.
• Delivers interventions targeting life skills per Treatment Plan.
• Documents needs and services thoroughly.
• Creates and sustains the ACCS Family Advisory Council.

Skills

Family engagement

Trauma-informed care

Recovery-oriented

Motivational Interviewing

SBIRT

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Master's degree in Human Services

Job description

Vinfen is a nonprofit health and human services organization delivering community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions and related challenges. The ACCS Family Connector role focuses on creating a stable family support network, outreach, information, and direct support aligned with each person’s Treatment Plan.

You will work with adults with psychiatric conditions, involving families when appropriate, and act as a liaison among teams while promoting recovery-oriented,