Family Partner

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network•Framingham, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wayside is one of Massachusetts' most respected youth and family-serving agencies, supporting more than 6,000 youth and families annually across Central, Eastern, and Northeastern regions. This role provides supportive service to parents/caregivers to eligible youth. The Family Partner provides hope, information, encouragement, and one-to-one support to parents/caregivers of children with emotional/behavioral health issues. Assists caregivers in planning for the strengths and needs of their child. Help parents/caregivers access resources, services and support. Team up and consult with providers and parents/caregivers about how to best meet the needs of youth with mental health concerns.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Lived experience as a parent/primary caregiver of a youth who is/has been involved in the Mental Health System.
Driving in the community is a requirement of this position; please ensure you have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Knowledge of behavioral health systems and services, DMH, and DCF resources, special education law and services, and other social service resources, and how to access these services

Nice To Haves

Bilingual is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Provides hope, information, encouragement, and one-to-one support to parents/caregivers of children with emotional/behavioral health issues.
Assists caregivers in planning for the strengths and needs of their child.
Help parents/caregivers access resources, services and support.
Team up and consult with providers and parents/caregivers about how to best meet the needs of youth with mental health concerns.