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Family Peer Support Partner

Portland, ME · On-site

$19.87 - $23.75/hr

The Family Peer Support Partner role works to build supportive relationships with families with child(ren) in BHHO, PIER or other programs. This role encourages families to move towards self-advocacy ...

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How much do family support partner jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for family support partner in the United States is $20.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a family support partner?

Family Support Partners are professionals who assist families, particularly those with children facing behavioral, emotional, or mental health challenges. They often have personal experience navigating similar systems, offering guidance, advocacy, and emotional support to families. Their role includes helping families access services, understand treatment options, and communicate effectively with providers. By leveraging their own lived experiences, Family Support Partners help empower families to make informed decisions and advocate for their needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a family support partner?

To thrive as a Family Support Partner, you need a background in social services, lived experience supporting families, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with case management software, documentation systems, and sometimes completion of peer support or family partner certification programs is important. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, empathy, and the ability to build trust with families are essential soft skills. These competencies enable effective advocacy, resource navigation, and emotional support, which are crucial for empowering families facing challenges.

How does a family support partner typically collaborate with other professionals to support families?

Family Support Partners work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers, counselors, and educators, to ensure families receive comprehensive support. They often attend case meetings, coordinate care plans, and share insights from their lived experiences to help tailor services to each family's unique needs. Collaborating with other professionals not only enhances the quality of support provided but also helps build a strong network of resources for families navigating complex systems. This teamwork fosters a holistic approach, ensuring all aspects of a family's well-being are addressed.

What is the difference between Family Support Partner vs Peer Support Specialist?

AspectFamily Support PartnerPeer Support Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires lived experience with family mental health or substance use issues, sometimes certificationRequires lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery, often certified or trained
Work EnvironmentWorks with families in clinical, community, or home settings to provide support and advocacyWorks in mental health or addiction settings, providing peer-led support and guidance
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by mental health agencies, community programs, and healthcare providersCommonly employed by mental health clinics, recovery programs, and community organizations

Both roles involve peer support based on lived experience, but Family Support Partners focus on assisting families navigating mental health or substance use systems, while Peer Support Specialists primarily support individuals in recovery. The roles often overlap but serve different primary audiences and settings.

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Infographic showing various Family Support Partner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,866 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Family Support Partner Maryville, MO

Maryville, MO

Family Guidance Center
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$15.75 - $20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

DESCRIPTION
The primary responsibility of the Family Support Partner (FSP) is to assist the family/caregiver in accessing services needed to benefit the child and family. The FSP assists the family in navigating the service system to connect to needed services, and assist in educating the family about mental health and community resources. The FSP supports the family as needed throughout the intervention.
Work is under the general review of an administrative superior, leaving considerable latitude for independent judgment and discretion within an established framework of policies and state regulations.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Work may include but is not limited to the following examples:
1. Contacts family within one (1) working day of receipt of the screening form.
2. Assesses the family’s strengths and needs and serves as a liaison to connect to needed services.
3. Coordinates and schedules the completion of the CAFAS assessment.
4. Coordinates and participates in Family Support Team meetings.
5. Links child and family to community supports and services.
6. Acts as a supportive resource for the family.
7. Develops and maintains professional rapport and relationships with consumers; develops and maintains professional, constructive, and cooperative working relationships within the agency and with state and local public assistance and social service organizations.
8. Monitors, evaluates, and records consumer progress with respect to treatment goals; maintains timely, legible, clear, concise, and well organized records of services provided, by using collaborative documentation.
9. Must be able to use the agency electronic medical record program for all documentation. Is required to use collaborative documentation.
10. Provides/arranges transportation for consumers as deemed clinically and programmatically necessary to attend the program and receive needed services.
11. Must adhere to the agency service hour requirements.
12. Remains alert during working hours and complies with attendance policies.
13. Maintains the confidentiality of consumer information.
14. Performs other related work as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of community resources used in the provision of services.
Knowledge and ability to work with persons from diverse cultures.
Working knowledge of children’s services.
Skill in collaborating with others to produce positive outcomes for clientele and program.
Ability to work flexible schedule to accommodate needs of assigned families.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and through legible and clear writing.
Ability to assist, and exercise tact, patience, and understanding of others.
Ability to work harmoniously with employees, consumers, consumer families, guardians, public agencies, and the general public.
Ability to plan and organize working time effectively.
Ability to document and complete required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
Ability to perform with autonomy or with minimum direction.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
The following education and experience qualifications are the minimum requirement used to admit or reject applicants for consideration.
1. Possesses a high school diploma or equivalent. Bachelors degree in social work or psychology preferred.;
2. Experience as a parent, foster parent, or guardian of a child with or at risk of serious emotional disturbance or complex behavioral/special needs.
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATION
1. Possesses a valid driver’s license and is, and remains insurable, under Family Guidance Center automobile liability insurance.
GOALS
• Will meet agency service delivery goals consistently.
• Will meet timeliness of service entry goals 90% of the time.
• Documentation will meet agency standards 95% of the time.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Family Guidance Center does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

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