Parent Partner- Family Support - Youth & Family Services

Join the CHL Team...'We make a difference in the lives of others every day.'

CHL's School Based Support Services, located in Worcester, is comprised of a dedicated team of psychologists, master's level social workers mental health counselors, and direct care providers who utilize individualized strategies to help at-risk children and adolescents who are experiencing emotional and behavioral issues succeed in school environments.

 

The program provides the following services: individual counseling for students at school sites; consultations to school personnel and families; referrals to psychiatrists as needed; parent-child and student - educator interventions; training workshops for school personnel, parents and caregivers; support groups for parents; and ongoing support and referral services to support groups, appropriate services and Family Resources Libraries located in Worcester and Leominster.

 

The program works with more than 50 public and private schools in twelve different school districts located in central Massachusetts.

PT (30 hrs/wk; benefits eligible) Parent Partner
This position is part of our CAP program.

• Work as part of multi-disciplinary team of service providers including assessment workers and program director.
• Provide support, information and referrals to parents with children who have serious emotional disabilities.
• Assist in leading parent support groups.
• Participate regularly in group supervision.
• Maintain weekly contact with families.
• Serve as resource for families for available educational and community support services.
• Complete necessary paperwork on a regular and timely basis.
• Model appropriate boundaries. Be able to clearly separate your personal experience and home life from your professional responsibilities with families.
• Empower parents to navigate the human service system.

 

Qualifications:

 HSD/GED required; college course work in human services, associate's or bachelor's degree preferred. Must be a parten of child with emotional and behavioral challenges preferred.Current valid US-issued driver's license and ability to provide registered and insured automobile for work related purposes.Desire to serve others required. Demonstrated effective advocacy skills, ability to work independently, and ability to contribute to team objectives required. Experience in social services and/or working with program's population preferred.

 

Community Healthlink, Inc. offersCompetitive WagesOutstanding Benefits Package401 (K) Retirement PlanHealth and Dental Insurance11 Paid Holidays AnnuallyUndergraduate Tuition RemissionGenerous Vacation, Sick and Personal TimeGreat Colleagues and Supportive Working EnvironmentsChallenging Assignments