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 with parents, offering support and encouragement
• Help parents identify their strengths and build protective factors
• Facilitate difficult conversations and support decision-making
• Build connections that last through resource navigation and community engagement

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, facilitating difficult conversations, and helping parents identify strengths and opportunities for growth
• Experience with trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices is valued, and bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus

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.

Schedule

The position combines work performed from a home office or other designated workspace, including virtual visits with parents. In-home visits and community outreach are also required.

Pay

$40,000 per year