Parent Partner

New School For Child Development; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403b retirement plan

529 college savings plan

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Vacation and sick leave

Benefit hub

Pet insurance

Job summary

Help Group in Van Nuys, CA, is seeking aFull-Time Family Support Advocate to help empower adolescents, adults and families facing mental health and social challenges. The role involves guiding families through the service delivery system, advocating for resources, and coordinating with a multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications include being a parent and prior experience with relevant county services. Help Group offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive

Qualifications

• Must be a parent.
• Experience with systems like DCFS/DMH/Child Protective Services or similar.
• Experience as a former consumer of county-related services and successful transition to self-sufficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide family support and advocacy, modeling communication skills, anger management, problem-solving and appropriate discipline; guide families through the service system.

Skills

Parent experience

Familiar with family-centered services

Team collaboration

Job description

If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, Help Group is the organization for you! We're one of the largest nonprofits of our kind in the U.S., offering diverse programs for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, mental health, and social-emotional challenges. We offer unparalleled academic programs, mental health support, therapy, life coaching, vocational training, specialized social and residential programs, and resources for LGBTQ+ youth and families. These initiatives touch the lives of over 6,000 clients a year and continue to expand in reach and impact. At the heart of Help Group's mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and live positive, productive, and fulfilling lives. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!

Come be part of a team dedicated to empowering adolescents, adults and families facing mental health, social and emotional challenges because everyone deserves a great future. Through strategic partnerships with governmental agencies and innovative programs like Full Service Partnership (FSP), Wraparound (WRAP), PIER, we foster long-term skills and support systems, enhancing the well-being of individuals and families across all stages of life.

• Full-Time
• Locations: Van Nuys

Key Responsibilities

• Provide family support and advocacy, helping to model communication skills, anger management, problem-solving and appropriate discipline, and they guide families through the intricacies of the service delivery system

Qualifications

• Must be a parent
• Qualifying candidate must have had former personal experience interacting with the system, such as DCFS, DMH, Foster Care, Child Protective Services, Probation, Regional Center, Welfare Services, Food Stamps or similar services, either themselves or with youth under their care
• Candidate must be a past consumer of county-related (or similar services listed above) who has successfully transitioned to self-sufficiency for approximately one year
• Candidate must be able to function as part of a multi-disciplinary team, must have familiarity with principles of family-centered, strengths-based services and must have knowledge of community resources and must have basic typing and computer skills

Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment, and great benefits, including:

• Insurance plans for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - options for 100% employer sponsored plans
• 403b Retirement Plan
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Benefit Hub - Employee Rewards and Incentives
• Pet Insurance

Learn more about our Intensive Family Based Services here:

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of Help Group. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, professional and academic experience, certification, training, responsibilities of the position, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. Help Group reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.