Parent Partner & Peer Specialist - Wraparound Support

South Coast Community Services; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

South Coast Community Services in California is seeking a Parent Partner/Peer Specialist to support parents and caregivers, promoting successful home placement and empowering families through coaching and resources. The role engages clients in meaningful conversations, ensures the parent's voice is respected in treatment, and works with a multidisciplinary team to implement interventions and activities.

This full-time position offers a chance to grow professionally while helping diverse client

Qualifications

• Tier II: High school diploma/GED +2 years related work experience OR AA Degree
• Tier III: High school diploma/GED +4 years related experience OR AA Degree + 2 years related work experience OR Certified Peer Specialist
• Tier IV: High school diploma or GED + 6 years related experience OR AA Degree + 4 years related experience OR Certified Peer Specialist + 2 years of experience
• Valid CA driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Completion of CPR/First Aid/ProACT certification within the first thirty (30) days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Listen to and assess the parents' needs and provide relevant interventions, resources and support.
• Serve as support person and advocate for parents during Children and Family Team meetings.
• Ensure sensitivity to family culture, values and beliefs, and operate from a family-centered, strength-based perspective.
• Maintain proficient and accurate documentation adhering to all program and contract standards.
• Work in coordination with the client's multidisciplinary team, including county representatives, schools etc. in the development and execution of the treatment plan. Participate in all required meetings.
• Develop and utilize knowledge of community resources to serve children and their families.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Crisis management

Organization

Rapport with parents

Team collaboration

Child welfare knowledge

Parenting techniques

Education

Tier II: High school diploma/GED +2 years related work experience OR AA Degree

Tier III: High school diploma/GED +4 years related experience OR AA Degree + 2 years related work experience OR Certified Peer Specialist

Tier IV: High school diploma or GED + 6 years related experience OR AA Degree + 4 years related experience OR Certified Peer Specialist + 2 years of experience

Job description

South Coast Community Services in California is seeking a Parent Partner/Peer Specialist to support parents and caregivers, promoting successful home placement and empowering families through coaching and resources. The role engages clients in meaningful conversations, ensures the parent's voice is respected in treatment, and works with a multidisciplinary team to implement interventions and activities.

This full-time position offers a chance to grow professionally while helping diverse client