Parent Advocate & Family Support Mentor

Variety Care; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthCare's Family Preservation Services in Oklahoma City seeks a dedicated Parent Partner who has lived experience with child welfare to support families involved with the juvenile courts.

You will work with parents to navigate court processes, ISP plans, and connect them with community resources, while promoting safety and timely reunification. This role requires flexible hours, travel, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Requires prior experience with an OHS Child Welfare permanency or Family Centered Services (FCS) case.
• Must have one year passed since the end of the closed OHS case, and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) certification or will obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Proficient in MS Word processing and general computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists parents to return children home in the shortest, safely allowable time.
• Works with parents to engage cooperatively with court processes and ISP.
• Provides hope, advocacy, and guidance through shared experiences.
• Engages birth fathers in care taking and relationship building with children.
• Attends family team meetings, court, and other gatherings with the parents.
• Coordinates services with Child Welfare and supports the family’s progress.
• Promotes confidentiality, ethics, and cultural sensitivity in all interactions.
• Clocks in/out of PayCom daily and maintains a weekly schedule.
• Willing to work evening/weekend hours and travel as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

MS Word

General computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Therapeutic Options Certification

Driver's License

Job description

NorthCare's Family Preservation Services in Oklahoma City seeks a dedicated Parent Partner who has lived experience with child welfare to support families involved with the juvenile courts.

You will work with parents to navigate court processes, ISP plans, and connect them with community resources, while promoting safety and timely reunification. This role requires flexible hours, travel, and strong communication.