Peer Family Support Coach for Behavioral Health

Compass Health, Inc.; Camdenton (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health, Inc. is seeking a Family Support Provider who will walk alongside parents and caregivers of children with serious emotional or behavioral disorders, offering understanding, advocacy, and practical support based on lived experience.

You will coach families to understand and meet their child’s needs, connect them to community resources, and collaborate with treatment teams to develop family-centered service plans while maintaining timely documentation and traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a family member with a child who has been or currently has a behavioral or emotional disorder.
• Must complete and pass the FSP Relias training and DBH FSP training, and obtain a Family Support Provider certification within 6 months of hire date.
• A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and supporting families to better understand and meet their child’s needs.
• Helping parents build strong, collaborative relationships with service providers and care teams.
• Connecting families with community resources, support groups, and educational materials.
• Providing encouragement and emotional support during crises and challenging times.
• Assisting with meeting preparation and participation as requested by the family.
• Collaborating with the treatment team to create individualized, family-centered service plans.
• Submitting timely documentation, including progress notes completed collaboratively within 24 hours.
• Traveling to meet families and attend team meetings as needed - Driving is an essential function of this position.

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Compass Health, Inc. is seeking a Family Support Provider who will walk alongside parents and caregivers of children with serious emotional or behavioral disorders, offering understanding, advocacy, and practical support based on lived experience.

You will coach families to understand and meet their child’s needs, connect them to community resources, and collaborate with treatment teams to develop family-centered service plans while maintaining timely documentation and traveling as needed.