STEP: Family Peer (Eligibility Application)

Job Summary

Provides assistance to support families and students engaged with the school, the Support Team for Educational Partnership (STEP) and outside resources in compliance with Medicaid regulations. Works within the school's Multi-Tiered System of Support framework to assist parents in addressing their child's social, emotional and social service needs. Assists the team in providing support for unmet physical, living situation, and behavioral health needs to help stabilize the child and family. Serves as a link between the home, school and community.

Essential Functions

• As directed by the STEP Clinical Social Work Coordinator and/or the Principal: Provides support to families as part of the development and implementation of a plan with STEP; works to support the needs of youth and families; helps navigate involvement in social support systems and treatment opportunities.
• Builds trust with families involved with STEP and works closely with other professionals on STEP; serves as a visible resource for students and families.
• Maintains documentation of all interactions in compliance with STEP, Medicaid and School District of Philadelphia guidelines.
• Interacts with external organizations such as Community Umbrella Agencies, the Philadelphia Department of Human Services and treatment providers to support families in being linked in meaningful ways to outside providers and supports.
• Serves as a link between the home, school and community.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of: community organizations providing services to families and children in Philadelphia.
• Personal computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite that are used to create reports and documents.
• Procedures to protect confidential information such as school and mental health records.
• The processes for making the final decisions as a parent or primary caregiver for a minor who has been diagnosed with a mental, emotional or behavioral disorder.

Minimum Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience as a parent or primary caregiver with responsibility for making the final decisions for a child or youth who has been diagnosed with a mental, emotional or behavioral disorder.
• All work experience related to the position must be included on the resume.
• The Pennsylvania Family Peer training must be completed within 90 days of hire.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Note

The Pennsylvania Family Peer training must be completed within 90 days of hire.

Primary Location

Prevention & Intervention (9KR0)

Organization

The School District of Philadelphia

Schedule

Regular Employee Status

Status

Entry Level

Union Affiliation

Not represented by a union

Overtime Status

Exempt

Unposting Date

Sep 10, 2026, 10:59:00 PM