Family Partner: Peer Mentor for Parents & Youth

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Ware (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

403(b)

Educational assistance

Medical

Dental

Vision

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a statewide behavioral health provider seeking a Family Partner to join the Families in Transition (FIT) program in Western Massachusetts. The role focuses on peer-to-peer, strength-based support to parents and caregivers, grounded in empowerment and cultural humility.

You will collaborate with clinicians to engage families, connect them with resources, and maintain confidential, high-quality documentation while delivering compassionate, family-driven supports

Qualifications

• Associate’s/Bachelor’s in a Human Services field with 1 year of related experience.
• Alternate: High School Diploma with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience as a caregiver of a youth with special needs is preferred.
• Experience navigating DCF, DMH, special education, or inpatient psychiatry.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a peer mentor to parents and caregivers.
• Engage families in activities aligned with treatment plans and resources.
• Collaborate with FIT clinician and paraprofessional to deliver supports.
• Maintain high-quality documentation with confidentiality.
• Participate in supervision, meetings, and professional development.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Caregiver experience

Knowledge of child-serving systems

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Human Services

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a statewide behavioral health provider seeking a Family Partner to join the Families in Transition (FIT) program in Western Massachusetts. The role focuses on peer-to-peer, strength-based support to parents and caregivers, grounded in empowerment and cultural humility.

You will collaborate with clinicians to engage families, connect them with resources, and maintain confidential, high-quality documentation while delivering compassionate, family-driven supports