Seneca Family of Agencies
Family Partner
Seneca Family of Agencies, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview:
Do you have experience parenting a child or grandchild who has received mental health or behavioral health services or with cross system involvement (Juvenile Justice; Mental and/or Behavioral Health treatment; Special Education; Substance Use Disorder Treatment)? You can bring your experience to positively impact youth and families.At Seneca, we seek a compassionate and thoughtful professional to work directly helping caregivers and families reach their goals, as a? Wraparound with Intensive Services (WISe) Family Partner.Now $500 sign-on BonusAs a
Family Partner , you will provide peer support to family members of clients receiving Wraparound with Intensive Services
(WISe)
services. The
Family Partner
is responsible for coordinating parent support activities and resources. The
Family Partner
works individually with family members to engage them in the process, increase their involvement, and assist them in achieving their care plan goals. The
Family Partner
will perform a wide range of activities in order to function as a member of the supporting team as well as provide individual support to the parents.ABOUT WISe PROGRAMThe Wraparound with Intensive Services (WISe) program provides comprehensive behavior health supports to youth with complex behavioral and mental health needs. The program's goal is to help youth thrive in their homes and communities and assist in helping them meet the goals they have identified.ABOUT SENECASeneca Family of Agencies
has been nominated among the Bay Areas Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. Were committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage people of color to apply. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.Responsibilities:Provide non-judgmental, unconditional support to children and families participating in the WISeAct as a member of the Child and Family Team (CFT), designated as the individual support person to the parent or identified family memberAssist with coordinating and providing transportation for school, therapy, court hearings, or other pertinent treatment appointments/activitiesWork in coordination with primary caregiver, Care Coordinators, Clinicians, Youth Partners, and other supports identified by the client participate in all functions of the CFT, including: planning meetings, assisting in designing treatment plans, assist in writing quarterly reports, and other casework duties as needeSubmit incident reports other necessary documentation in a timely and complete mannerParticipate in supervision with the Family Partner SupervisorMaintain accurate documentation and paperwork including, but not limited to, mental health notes, time sheets, petty cash, and mileage in a timely mannerCommit to and engage in self-evaluation as well as organizational goals, strategies, and systemic practices regarding diversity, equity and inclusionQualifications:REQUIREDLived experience
parenting a child who has received mental or behavioral health treatment; OR involvement with cross system (Juvenile Justice; Mental and/or Behavioral Health treatment; Special Education; Substance Use Disorder Treatment) involvement;
RequiredMinimum 21 years of ageClearance of TB test, fingerprints, and any other state or federal requirementsOwn vehicle; Valid Washington Drivers License and insurability by Seneca's automobile insurance carrierProof of COVID-19 vaccinationsPREFERREDPrevious paid or unpaid experience working with youth and families strongly preferredSKILLS OF AN IDEAL CANDIDATEProficient in collaborating within multidisciplinary teams and fostering teamwork across diverse populationsStrong writing and organizational skillsInterest in working with youth and families
Schedule:
Full-time10:00 am- 6:30 pmMust maintain a flexible schedule, which includes evenings and occasional weekend work as neededMust be comfortable driving and transporting clients and families as neededBenefits:
Starting at
$22.28 - $24.78
per hourActual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the roleNow $500 sign-on BonusAdditional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency examSalary increases each year
Comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture coverage50% paid premiums for dependentsLong-term disability, family leave, and life insurance403b Retirement PlanEmployer-paid Employee Assistance Plan
5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid HolidaysScholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunitiesKey Words:
nonprofit, non-profit, mental health, mental health agency, behavioral health, health-care, Peer Support, youth advocate, family advocate, children advocate, peer partner, adolescent, advocate.
Do you have experience parenting a child or grandchild who has received mental health or behavioral health services or with cross system involvement (Juvenile Justice; Mental and/or Behavioral Health treatment; Special Education; Substance Use Disorder Treatment)? You can bring your experience to positively impact youth and families.At Seneca, we seek a compassionate and thoughtful professional to work directly helping caregivers and families reach their goals, as a? Wraparound with Intensive Services (WISe) Family Partner.Now $500 sign-on BonusAs a
Family Partner , you will provide peer support to family members of clients receiving Wraparound with Intensive Services
(WISe)
services. The
Family Partner
is responsible for coordinating parent support activities and resources. The
Family Partner
works individually with family members to engage them in the process, increase their involvement, and assist them in achieving their care plan goals. The
Family Partner
will perform a wide range of activities in order to function as a member of the supporting team as well as provide individual support to the parents.ABOUT WISe PROGRAMThe Wraparound with Intensive Services (WISe) program provides comprehensive behavior health supports to youth with complex behavioral and mental health needs. The program's goal is to help youth thrive in their homes and communities and assist in helping them meet the goals they have identified.ABOUT SENECASeneca Family of Agencies
has been nominated among the Bay Areas Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. Were committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage people of color to apply. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.Responsibilities:Provide non-judgmental, unconditional support to children and families participating in the WISeAct as a member of the Child and Family Team (CFT), designated as the individual support person to the parent or identified family memberAssist with coordinating and providing transportation for school, therapy, court hearings, or other pertinent treatment appointments/activitiesWork in coordination with primary caregiver, Care Coordinators, Clinicians, Youth Partners, and other supports identified by the client participate in all functions of the CFT, including: planning meetings, assisting in designing treatment plans, assist in writing quarterly reports, and other casework duties as needeSubmit incident reports other necessary documentation in a timely and complete mannerParticipate in supervision with the Family Partner SupervisorMaintain accurate documentation and paperwork including, but not limited to, mental health notes, time sheets, petty cash, and mileage in a timely mannerCommit to and engage in self-evaluation as well as organizational goals, strategies, and systemic practices regarding diversity, equity and inclusionQualifications:REQUIREDLived experience
parenting a child who has received mental or behavioral health treatment; OR involvement with cross system (Juvenile Justice; Mental and/or Behavioral Health treatment; Special Education; Substance Use Disorder Treatment) involvement;
RequiredMinimum 21 years of ageClearance of TB test, fingerprints, and any other state or federal requirementsOwn vehicle; Valid Washington Drivers License and insurability by Seneca's automobile insurance carrierProof of COVID-19 vaccinationsPREFERREDPrevious paid or unpaid experience working with youth and families strongly preferredSKILLS OF AN IDEAL CANDIDATEProficient in collaborating within multidisciplinary teams and fostering teamwork across diverse populationsStrong writing and organizational skillsInterest in working with youth and families
Schedule:
Full-time10:00 am- 6:30 pmMust maintain a flexible schedule, which includes evenings and occasional weekend work as neededMust be comfortable driving and transporting clients and families as neededBenefits:
Starting at
$22.28 - $24.78
per hourActual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the roleNow $500 sign-on BonusAdditional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency examSalary increases each year
Comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture coverage50% paid premiums for dependentsLong-term disability, family leave, and life insurance403b Retirement PlanEmployer-paid Employee Assistance Plan
5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid HolidaysScholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunitiesKey Words:
nonprofit, non-profit, mental health, mental health agency, behavioral health, health-care, Peer Support, youth advocate, family advocate, children advocate, peer partner, adolescent, advocate.