Parent Partner 18 hours
REACH

Schedule: Varied hours
Status: Part time

Nature Of Work:
• The Parent Partner is the first point of contact for interested parents/guardians, and is responsible to provide unconditional, non-judgmental support to families interested participating with REACH Family-Based Treatment Program. The Parent Partner will act as an advocate for the families, support the families, and be the point of contact for questions, or information the families may have throughout the referral and/or the placement process. The Parent Partner will monitor the family satisfaction of services provided by the Program, and will ensure highest quality of service is provided.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Education: Must have High School Diploma or G.E.D, must be at least 18 years of age and have experience working with children (preference given to those who have experience working with children with special needs.
• Experience: Must be a parent or caregiver of a child with a history of emotional or behavioral problems. Must complete 15 hours of training in Advocacy, creating support groups, educational advocacy, group facilitation skills, parent skill building, sibling issues/support groups; use self-advocacy or an approved alternative.
• Background Check: Must meet the requirements of the School Age Care, Day Care, and/or Mental Health Regulations regarding a State Central Register Clearance regarding history of abuse/maltreatment of children and Criminal History Review for criminal convictions.

Announcement Date: 5/7/2010