Family Specialist - Wraparound (Part-time)
About The Position
Koinonia Family Services is seeking a part-time Family Specialist to join their post-adoption wraparound program, supporting families in the San Diego area. This role focuses on assisting families who have adopted children/youth out of the foster care system and are facing challenges with behavioral and mental health issues. The Family Specialist will work directly with youth and families in their homes and communities to model positive behavior, implement targeted behavioral interventions, and enhance stability, safety, and well-being. This position offers a chance to support youth who have experienced trauma and provides opportunities for professional growth by working with a team of professionals learning evidence-based treatment modalities. The role is part-time, starting at approximately 15 hours per week, with potential for more hours as the program expands. The organization emphasizes a supportive, mission-driven workplace with strong teamwork and a trauma-informed approach.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in a behavioral science-related field or substantial coursework completed toward an AA degree
- One year of experience working with high-risk youth (preferred)
- Valid driver’s license
- Auto insurance
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to complete the California Live Scan process for a criminal history review
Nice To Haves
- Prior wraparound experience
- Lived experience with foster care and adoption
Responsibilities
- Work directly with youth and families in their home and community to develop positive relationships and implement the plan of care
- Model positive behavior and implement targeted behavioral interventions to promote stabilization in the home and community
- Provide skill-building interventions for the youth and family to improve their behavioral outcomes
- Participate in a family-centered, strength-based, culturally sensitive planning process for creating individualized plans of care
- Support youth to participate effectively in child and family team (CFT) meetings
- Implement strengths-based behavior plans with individualized strategies that include supportive linkage to the community and school
- Maintain case files for assigned youth and families
- Transport youth to appointments and community resources
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Participation in our 401k plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
