Family Specialist - Wraparound (Part-time)

Koinonia Family Services -•Tustin, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Koinonia Family Services is hiring a part-time Family Specialist for its post-adoption wraparound program, supporting families in the Tustin area. The role serves families who have adopted children or youth from the foster care system and are experiencing behavioral or mental health challenges. Family Specialists work directly with youth and families in their homes and communities to model positive behavior, provide 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 provide direct services. The position is approximately 15–20 hours per week, with occasional evening and weekend hours. Starting pay is $20–$22 per hour, or higher with prior wraparound experience. The organization describes its workplace as supportive, mission-driven, trauma-informed, collaborative, and person-centered. Qualified candidates must complete California Department of Justice and FBI 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.

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.
Ability to complete 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 for a higher starting hourly pay rate.

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 youth and families to improve behavioral outcomes.
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 linkage to community and school resources.
Maintain case files for assigned youth and families.
Transport youth to appointments and community resources.