Impactful Parent Partner & Peer Counselor (Community-Based)

National Association of Black Social Workers, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

3 weeks vacation year

12 sick-days year

Medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403-B + Employer Pension

Job summary

Peer Counselors (Parent Partners) collaborate, provide support and help facilitate services for youth and their families receiving Family Behavioral Health Services. Working as a member of a team, the Peer Counselor helps a parent voice their own perspective and assure that other team members are able to understand their perspective and use that perspective in treatment planning.

This position helps youth, parents and families achieve confidence in their abilities to team on a recovery journey

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Age 21 or older.
• Personal lived experience as a parent of a youth who has used behavioral health services.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Willingness to disclose personal experiences when appropriate.
• Pass required background clearances.

Responsibilities

• Peer Counselors collaborate to support youth and families in Family Behavioral Health Services.
• Help parents voice their perspective and aid treatment planning.
• Partner with natural and community supports to achieve long-term safety and stability.

Skills

Personal lived experience

Driver's license

Independent worker

Culturally competent

Background clearances

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Peer Counselors (Parent Partners) collaborate, provide support and help facilitate services for youth and their families receiving Family Behavioral Health Services. Working as a member of a team, the Peer Counselor helps a parent voice their own perspective and assure that other team members are able to understand their perspective and use that perspective in treatment planning.

This position helps youth, parents and families achieve confidence in their abilities to team on a recovery journey