Parent Partner

About the role

A Parent Partner uses their lived experience navigating the child welfare system to support parents who are walking a similar path today. The role strengthens families, reduces the need for out-of-home placement, supports reunification, and helps families build lasting stability through a coordinated, whole-family approach.

Responsibilities

• Navigate unfamiliar systems and processes with parents, offering guidance and support.
• Facilitate difficult conversations and encourage self-advocacy among parents.
• Build connections that last through resource navigation, educational groups, and community connections.
• Help parents identify their strengths and opportunities for growth.
• Support families in achieving their goals and reducing barriers to stability.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Personal experience as a parent or caregiver who has successfully navigated the child welfare system, including an open CPS or foster care case with successful case closure.
• No current CPS safety concerns or substantiated safety issues.
• Preference given to applicants residing within the assigned service area.
• Ability to build trust quickly, communicate effectively, and support families while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Comfort working independently and collaboratively, navigating community resources, and facilitating difficult conversations.
• Experience with trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices is valued, and bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.
• Maintain a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Education

A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Benefits

The role provides a competitive salary of $40,000 per year, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of families.