Family Specialist - Wraparound (Part-time)

Koinonia Family Services - • Bakersfield, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Koinonia Family Services is seeking a part-time Family Specialist for its post-adoption wraparound program serving families in the Bakersfield area. The role provides direct support to families who have adopted children or youth from the foster care system and are experiencing behavioral or mental health challenges. Family Specialists work with youth and families in their homes and communities to build positive relationships, model positive behavior, implement targeted behavioral interventions, and support stability, safety, and well-being.

Under the leadership of the Wraparound Program Supervisor, the Family Specialist works with the Wraparound Facilitator and Wraparound Parent Partner to deliver services. The schedule is approximately 5–10 hours per week, with occasional evening and weekend hours. More hours may become available as the program serves additional families.

Candidates must complete California Department of Justice and FBI criminal background clearances, a pre-employment physical, and a TB test. A valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required because driving is an essential job function, including visits to client homes and transporting youth.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a behavioral science-related field, or substantial coursework completed toward an associate’s degree.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Successful completion of criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI, a pre-employment physical, and a TB test.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with high-risk youth is preferred.
• Lived experience with foster care and adoption will also be considered.
• Prior wraparound experience may qualify candidates for a higher starting hourly rate.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with youth and families in their homes and communities to develop positive relationships and implement plans of care.
• Model positive behavior and implement targeted behavioral interventions to promote stabilization in the home and community.
• Provide skill-building interventions for youth and families to improve behavioral outcomes.
• Participate in family-centered, strength-based, culturally sensitive planning to create individualized plans of care.
• Support youth in participating effectively in child and family team (CFT) meetings.
• Implement strengths-based behavior plans with individualized strategies, including supportive linkage to community and school resources.
• Maintain case files for assigned youth and families.
• Transport youth to appointments and community resources.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• Participation in a 401(k) plan.
• Paid holidays for employees scheduled to work 15 or more hours per week.
• Mileage reimbursement for business miles driven.
• Opportunity to learn evidence-based treatment modalities while working with a committed team of professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree