Parent Partner

Sevita • Compton, CA

3d • $49,000

About The Position

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, believes children belong in the family home whenever it is safe and possible. Through our Family Support Services, we help families of youth at risk with complex mental health, behavioral and other needs overcome the challenges they face together. Our diverse, multilingual specialists support families from a wide range of backgrounds who may be facing out of home placements or reunification
Parent Partner - Our mission at Sevita is to create a world where every person has the right to live well. As a Parent Partner for California MENTOR Family Support Services, a member of the Sevita family, you’ll provide guidance to individuals through your prior personal experience as a parent or guardian of a child who’s been involved in the care system. Each day, the connections you make and the compassion you bring make a difference in the lives of our participants. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of clinical staff and supportive supervisors, while you grow your career.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior personal experience as a parent or legal guardian of a child who has been involved with the system (DCFS, probation, Regional Center, Dept. of Mental Health or the like) required
• Probation and/or DCFS case must be closed for a minimum of one year
• Two years of experience in a mental health setting strongly preferred
• Valid driver license for 1 year minimum, reliable transportation with registration and insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in a mental health setting strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Guidance to parents/caregivers who have children being served through the system, sharing and relating your own prior experience
• Advocacy and liaison services between the families, children, clinician, treatment staff, community agencies, and services
• Participates as a member of the Child and Family Team (CFT), trainings, court review hearings, IEP, and other meetings and assists the parents/caregivers in bringing up and discussing difficult issues
• Lead or co-lead individual and parent counseling groups providing education, consultation, or other needed services
• Documentation and record-keeping
• Provide services in the home and community - Flexibility with schedule

Benefits

• Full-time position (40 hours/week)
• Full compensation/benefits package plus 401(k) with company match.
• Generous Paid time off and holiday pay.
• "On-Demand Pay"- get paid for the days you work without waiting for payday! All employees have the option to access their pay as soon as they earn it through their employee app - no fees and super easy!
• Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED