Family Partner

Brockton Area Multi-Servi•Brockton, MA

13h•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

BAMSI’s Community Service Agency (CSA) supports families raising youth with serious emotional disturbance (SED). The Family Partner provides peer-based support, advocacy, and guidance to caregivers of youth with significant emotional and behavioral needs, helping families build skills, confidence, and connections. The role values lived experience as a parent or caregiver and helps families feel understood, supported, and empowered to advocate for their children and navigate complex systems. The position is based in Brockton, Massachusetts, and is scheduled for 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The role involves community-based work, including in-person home visits, telephone support, and support in the systems families navigate. Benefits vary based on position and scheduled hours.

Requirements

Lived experience as a parent or caregiver of a youth with special needs.
Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years’ experience with children, adolescents, or TAY; an associate degree in a human services field and 1 year of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field and 1 year of relevant experience.
Experience navigating child- and family-serving systems, such as schools and behavioral health services.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to engage families without judgment and build trusting relationships.
Knowledge of community resources and culturally responsive services.
Ability to support families in crisis and high-stress situations.
Team-oriented approach and ability to work independently in the field.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with youth with mental health needs is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance, coaching, and support to caregivers navigating their child’s needs and services.
Help caregivers articulate youth strengths, needs, and goals within the Care Planning Team (CPT).
Engage families in home- and community-based activities aligned with Individual Care Plans.
Support caregivers in developing self-care strategies and connecting to peer supports and resources.
Attend meetings, including IEPs, treatment teams, and hospital discharges, and assist with transition planning.
Participate in and, when appropriate, facilitate Care Planning Team meetings.
Conduct weekly in-person home visits and provide ongoing telephone support.
Provide transportation to families as needed.
Maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards.
Participate in weekly administrative, clinical, and group supervision.
Complete timely and accurate documentation, including progress notes and treatment goals.