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Wellroot Family Services

Parent Support Specialist

Tucker, GA · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

Parent Support Specialist Re p orts To: Director of Foster Care Department: Foster Care Location ... Please note that we are not partnering with any third-party agencies for this role. Interested ...

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What is a Parent Support Partner?

A Parent Support Partner is a trained individual, often with lived experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with mental health, behavioral, or developmental challenges. They provide peer-to-peer support, guidance, and advocacy to other parents and caregivers navigating similar challenges. Parent Support Partners help families understand services, access resources, and build skills for effective advocacy and self-care. They work collaboratively with families and service providers to promote positive outcomes for children and their families.

How does a Parent Support Partner typically collaborate with families and other professionals to support positive outcomes?

Parent Support Partners work closely with families to provide peer mentoring, advocacy, and resources based on their own lived experiences. They frequently collaborate with case managers, therapists, and school staff to coordinate care plans and ensure families' voices are heard in decision-making. This role often involves facilitating communication between families and service providers, helping families navigate complex systems, and empowering parents to advocate for their children's needs. Building trust and maintaining confidentiality are key challenges, but these efforts lead to stronger family engagement and more effective support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Parent Support Partner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Parent Support Partner, you generally need lived experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with behavioral or mental health challenges, along with knowledge of community resources and support systems. Familiarity with documentation tools, case management software, and certifications such as Family Peer Support Specialist or similar are commonly required. Strong communication, active listening, and empathy are crucial soft skills for building trust and providing effective guidance. These skills and qualifications are vital for empowering families, fostering advocacy, and ensuring positive outcomes in support services.

What is the difference between Parent Support Partner vs Parent Advocate?

AspectParent Support PartnerParent Advocate
CredentialsMay require certification or training in family support or mental healthOften requires advocacy training, knowledge of legal rights, and sometimes certification
Work EnvironmentCommunity-based, supporting families directlyLegal settings, schools, or community organizations advocating for parents
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, mental health agencies, community programsLegal aid organizations, schools, government agencies

While both roles support parents, a Parent Support Partner primarily offers peer-based emotional and practical support, whereas a Parent Advocate focuses on representing and defending parents' rights within legal or institutional settings. The roles often overlap but serve different functions within family support services.

What states have the most Parent Support Partner jobs?

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Parent Support Partner

Battle Creek, MI • On-site

Summit Pointe Job Board
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$17 - $22.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Summary/Objective:

A Parent Support Partner works with a multi-disciplinary team, to help empower customers to live as independently as possible, and to live a person-centered, self-determined life. The Family Parent Support Partner works as part of a team with behavioral health, medical, educational and other professionals. Parent Support Partners assist parents and families, helps to improve their well-being, advocate for their needs, and become more independent at making informed decisions for their family’s wellbeing.  The Parent Support Partner uses their own life experiences to help and encourage the people they serve. They teach skills, share helpful information, and show others that recovery and positive change are possible.

Essential Duties and Functions:

  • Find and use mental health, medical, and other health care services.
  • Help families feel heard, supported, and better prepared to make decisions about their child's care.
  • Prepare for and get to appointments.
  • Understand information about their health and services.
  • Learn ways to manage mental/behavioral health, educational, social, medical concerns.  
  • Build skills that support recovery and independence.
  • Become more involved in their families and communities.
  • Improve their overall quality of life.

Qualifications:

  • Possession of a High School Diploma or GED required.
  • You are a parent of a youth with behavioral and/or developmental needs. Is currently or has been a participant of mental/behavioral health and/or educational services.
  • Willingness to share one’s experience in behavioral health and educational systems.
  • Certification through Michigan’s Peer Specialist Training and Certification Program (PSTC) preferred.  Minimally, must be able to meet PSTC criteria to obtain Peer Support Specialist Certification
  • Possess and maintain valid Michigan Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Benefits:

  • Premium health and vision within 30 days of hire
  • Company sponsored Health Reimbursement Account
  • Company paid short and long term disability
  • Employee assistance program
  • 401(K) match up to 5% after one year of service
  • Social security alternative contributions
  • Free YMCA membership
  • Generous paid time off
  • 14 paid holidays
  • Licensure study materials and exam reimbursement

Trauma Informed System of Care:

A trauma-informed approach to service delivery emphasizes physical and emotional safety, choice, empowerment, and trustworthiness for customers.  The impact of trauma is broad and touches many life domains.  Participation is mandatory for activities required for Summit Pointe to become a “Trauma Informed System of Care.”

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