Family Support Advocate

Old Colony YMCA; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Colony YMCA in Fall River, MA is seeking a Family Partner to support families experiencing mental health needs. You will work with the IHB team to engage families, provide coaching, advocacy and care coordination, and help families access community resources and services.

The position requires driving to home visits and meetings and strong communication with caregivers and staff. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans with families, documenting progress, and participating in

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred.
• Experience in a parent/guardian or caretaking role of a child with mental health needs.
• Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Cultural humility and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Possess basic computer skills for word processing and data entry.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to home visits and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans with family engagement strategies in coordination with the IHB team.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and advocacy for parents/caregivers regarding child-related services.
• Assist families in articulating youth strengths, needs and safety planning.
• Attend weekly staff and supervision meetings; document progress notes and data entries daily.
• Provide transportation assistance as needed.

Job description

Old Colony YMCA in Fall River, MA is seeking a Family Partner to support families experiencing mental health needs. You will work with the IHB team to engage families, provide coaching, advocacy and care coordination, and help families access community resources and services.

The position requires driving to home visits and meetings and strong communication with caregivers and staff. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans with families, documenting progress, and participating in