Parent Partner - Wraparound (Part-time)

Koinonia Family Services is seeking a qualified individual with lived adoption experience to work as a part-time Parent Partner in our San Bernardino District Office. This position is perfect for parents who have experience with adoption and the child welfare system. Your role will be to provide support and guidance to other adoption parents, offering them the benefit of your experiences and knowledge. You will provide guidance, support, training, and advocacy to empower parents to improve outcomes for their adopted children.Opportunity Highlights:A great chance to support youth who have experienced traumaHourly pay rate: $20.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending upon overall qualificationsBenefits include paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and participation in our 401k planMileage reimbursement is included for business miles drivenEnhance your knowledge and skills by working alongside a committed team of professionals to learn cutting-edge, evidence-based treatment modalitiesWork with a great team of people who care about each other and care about our mission to help youth and families find hope and healingThis is a part-time position. The schedule is about 5-10 hours per week, with some occasional evening and weekend hours. The opportunity for more hours may be available in the future as the number of families in the program increases.Key Responsibilities:Mentor families who have adopted, as a part of a multidimensional team providing services to the family.Provide peer counseling to adoptive parents to improve outcomes for children.Provide psychoeducation to the adoptive parents through an approved trauma-informed curriculum provided by the agency.Provide in-home support services, with some services also being performed virtually. Work may need to be performed in the evening hours when families are available.Complete documentation for services according to agency standards and timelines.As a part of initial paid training, complete Foundational Wraparound training through UC Davis.Qualifications:A strong desire to help families achieve successful outcomesFoster and Adoption experienceGood working knowledge of the child welfare system and community resourcesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsThe ability to establish and maintain effective personal work relationshipsA high degree of integrity and confidentialityA schedule that is flexible to meet work requirementsJoin Our Team: Experience a Fulfilling Work Environment at Koinonia Family Services!At Koinonia, we pride ourselves on creating an exceptional organizational culture that prioritizes a focus on the quality of relationships and values diversity. We strongly believe in treating our employees with dignity and respect. As a trauma-informed agency, we prioritize a person-centered treatment philosophy in all aspects of our work. Koinonia is more than just a great place to work; it offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact. Join our dedicated team and contribute to the well-being of children and families in need. Together, we can bring hope and healing to those who need it most.Important Note:Qualified candidates must complete a criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI to ensure eligibility for employment, as well as a pre-employment physical and TB test. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and eligibility for auto insurance are also required. Koinonia Family Services is an equal-opportunity employer.Qualifications Education:Required:

High SchoolExperience:Required:

2 years of lived experience with adoption

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