Family Partner, FIT Sacramento

Stanford Sierra Youth & Families•Sacramento, CA

4d•$22 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Family Partner role involves supporting families and youth within public systems such as mental health, child welfare, and juvenile justice. This position requires individuals with lived experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with a serious emotional disturbance. Family Partners coach and educate families, facilitate support groups, participate in team meetings, and advocate on behalf of clients. There are three levels: Family Partner I, II, and III, with increasing experience and certification requirements for higher levels. The role emphasizes the importance of family voice and choice in service delivery and decision-making.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required
Experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with a serious emotional disturbance receiving, or having previously received, services within the public systems, including: mental health, child welfare, or juvenile justice required
Basic knowledge of Public Mental Health/Child Welfare/Education systems, and the ability to advocate on behalf of clients in navigating and negotiating those systems
Meets minimum qualification listed above (Family Partner I)
Meets all minimum qualifications for Family Partner I AND meets both of the following: Has obtained Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification, Has a minimum of 1 year experience as a Family Partner (Family Partner II)
Meets all qualifications for Family Partner II AND meets both of the following: Consistently demonstrates a high level of proficiency in the role, Has a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Peer Advocate (Family Partner III)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with advocacy, outreach, and community resources, preferred
Spanish Speaking Preferred

Responsibilities

Participate in the client intake process, ensuring families are aware of advocacy and support services.
Coach and educate families (parents, caregivers, and youth) to improve communication, system navigation, and self-regulation skills.
Participate in CFT (Child and Family Team) meetings in family homes or the community to assess strengths and challenges, provide parenting support, inform about services, and link to community resources.
Offer ongoing education and support groups for families with similar challenges.
Participate in Family and Youth Partnership Wellness and Position Specific Groups using lived/living experience for personal wellness, connection, and support.
Participate in agency-wide program meetings, family team meetings, and management decisions to provide family perspectives.
Provide ongoing feedback and training to staff on the importance of family voice, choice, and cultural sensitivity.
Participate in the interview process for potential employees to assess their ability to provide family-sensitive services.
Participate in community trainings, workgroups, planning committees, client treatment reviews, and task forces related to children’s mental health, advocacy, and policy development.
Assist parents, caregivers, and youth with the grievance and complaint process.
Provide collateral support to caregivers and parents as assigned by the Family Partner Manager.
Coach and educate other team members to develop skills aligned with agency culture and practices (Family Partner III).
Attend Leadership meetings, participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of program initiatives, team engagement, and professional culture (Family Partner III).
Facilitate Trainings and FYP Initiatives as directed by leadership (Family Partner III).
Perform all duties in a manner consistent with agency principles and values, adhering to professional codes of ethics, policies, and procedures.
Model and communicate appropriate positive attitudes toward the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Work collaboratively with all agency programs and staff.
Utilize and maintain Microsoft Outlook calendar for time management and sharing.
Participate in ongoing training to expand and develop professional skills.
Perform other duties as necessary for the agency.