Part-Time Kinship Navigator & Family Support

Wayfinder Family Services; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Wayfinder Family Services is seeking a Part-time Parent Partner to provide kinship navigation and peer-to-peer mentoring for permanency families in the Salinas, CA area. The role supports grandparents and other relatives stepping up to raise children, connecting families with counseling, basic needs assistance, and respite resources.

The position offers 16 hours per week with a varied schedule and an hourly wage of $21.00 to $24.00, reflecting experience and local pay standards.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: A high school diploma or its equivalent is required.
• At least two years of experience as a kin or adoptive caregiver, five years are preferred.
• Two years of experience working with families and the community is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting prospective families and assess potential needs during intakes.
• Promote and connect families to permanency resources including legal resources, mental health education, respite care and counseling.
• Evaluate family service needs and advocate for resources or services; refer during intake and ongoing communications.
• Serve as a referral resource for families and inform about agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Peer mentoring

Resource navigation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years kin/adoptive caregiver experience

2 years experience with families/community

Job description

Wayfinder Family Services is seeking a Part-time Parent Partner to provide kinship navigation and peer-to-peer mentoring for permanency families in the Salinas, CA area. The role supports grandparents and other relatives stepping up to raise children, connecting families with counseling, basic needs assistance, and respite resources.

The position offers 16 hours per week with a varied schedule and an hourly wage of $21.00 to $24.00, reflecting experience and local pay standards.