Family Specialist - Wraparound (Part-time)

Koinonia Family Services • Temecula, CA

9d • $20 - $22

About The Position

Koinonia Family Services is seeking a part-time Family Specialist for its post-adoption wraparound program serving families in the Temecula area. The role supports families who have adopted children or youth from the foster care system and are experiencing behavioral or mental health challenges. The Family Specialist works directly with youth and families in their homes and communities, modeling positive behavior and implementing targeted interventions to promote stability, safety, and well-being.

Working under the leadership of the Wraparound Program Supervisor and alongside the Wraparound Facilitator and Wraparound Parent Partner, the Family Specialist provides direct services and helps develop and implement individualized plans of care. The schedule is approximately 15 hours per week, with occasional evening and weekend hours. More hours may become available as the program serves additional families.

The position offers an hourly starting rate of $20.00 to $22.00, or higher for candidates with prior wraparound experience. Benefits include paid time off, participation in a 401(k) plan, paid holidays for employees scheduled to work 15 or more hours per week, and mileage reimbursement for business miles. The role also offers the opportunity to learn evidence-based treatment approaches while working with a supportive, mission-driven team.

Candidates must complete criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI, 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Work directly with youth and families in their homes and communities to build 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 to improve behavioral outcomes for youth and families.
• Participate in a family-centered, strength-based, culturally sensitive planning process 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 connections 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 when scheduled for 15 or more hours per week.
• Mileage reimbursement for business miles driven.
• Opportunity to develop knowledge and skills while working alongside a committed team and learning evidence-based treatment modalities.

What This Job Offers

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