Bilingual Parent Partner

Responsibilities

• Provide and communicate guidance, expertise, and support for youth, families, and/or any other natural supports one-on-one and in group settings.
• Demonstrate high level engagement and alignment skills, to build trust and rapport with youth, families, and collateral supports.
• Participate in/facilitate youth and family intakes, individual sessions, and monthly Family Team Meetings.
• Attend youth IEP's and provide progress updates regarding engagement and progress in Seneca services.
• Work as a “collaborative advocate,” helping youth, caregivers, and family members understand the mandates and perspectives of other team members while navigating through county systems.
• Use knowledge of community resources, school systems, or other mental health services to help youth and families identify and connect to a family safety network and/or natural support team in the community.
• Provide coaching and support related to safety planning/self-control plans as well as self-care plans for youth/families.
• Attend and engage in program and agency-wide required trainings and professional development opportunities to maintain and develop intervention and service delivery skills.
• Complete all training requirements as indicated by supervisor.
• Participate in weekly supervision/mentorship with the supervisor or designee.
• Maintain accurate and high-quality documentation and paperwork including but not limited to mental health notes, timesheets, expense reports, and mileage.
• Participate in on-call rotation, if applicable per program requirements.
• Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training.
• Complete suicide assessor training and certification in order to complete screening and assessments as needed.

Qualifications

• Personal lived experience as the parent or legal guardian of a youth who received services from child welfare/foster care/adoption, behavioral/mental health, or special education etc.
• High school diploma/GED.
• Bilingual Spanish/English.
• At least 18 years of age.
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy.

About the Role

The All-In! So Cal program is a school referred, community-based, wraparound program that serves youth and families with significant mental/behavioral health needs. Wraparound services are offered to youth and their families to target present needs or challenges impacting the youths ability to access their education. The team consists of behavioral interventionists, therapists, and parent partners. Together, the team provides unconditional support to youth whose academics/attendance are impacted by their mental health.

Seneca Family of Agencies is committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and trainings on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in order to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

Benefits

• Starting at $24.76 - $27.26 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Salary increases each year
• Mileage reimbursement
• 5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, fertility coverage
• Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
• 50% paid premiums for dependents
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan

Pay

$24.76 - $27.26 per hour, commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full-time
Monday - Friday 10am - 6:30pm
Hybrid; provide in-person services daily & ability to complete documentation remotely