Parent Partner

Seneca Family of Agencies•Atascadero, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Seneca is seeking a compassionate Parent Partner to provide peer support and advocacy for youth and families receiving services. The Parent Partner uses lived experience to help families navigate challenges, access resources, build confidence, and remain engaged in their care. Support is provided through one-on-one interactions, group facilitation, and collaboration with care teams. The role serves Seneca’s San Luis Obispo Wraparound program, which supports youth and families experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges at home. The program is strengths-based, family-driven, flexible, and creative, with the goal of helping families develop skills and supports that prevent or reduce the possibility of a child’s out-of-home placement. A family-based team addresses the needs of the entire family and may include family members, Seneca therapists, youth counselors, Parent Partners, facilitators, and community members. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a hybrid, client-driven schedule. It includes providing in-person services and completing documentation remotely. Voluntary on-call shifts are available, and on-call rotation may be required where applicable to program requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Personal, lived experience with relevant systems, such as child welfare, juvenile justice, mental health, or special education.
At least 18 years of age.
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other required state or federal licensing or certification clearances.
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and insurability under Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish; additional compensation is provided upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam.

Responsibilities

Provide and communicate guidance, expertise, and support to youth, families, and other natural supports in one-on-one and group settings.
Build trust and rapport with youth, families, and collateral supports through strong engagement and alignment skills.
Act as a collaborative advocate, helping youth, caregivers, and family members understand other team members’ mandates and perspectives while navigating county systems.
Use knowledge of community resources, school systems, and other mental health services to help youth and families identify and connect with a family safety network or natural support team in the community.
Coach and support youth and families with safety planning, self-control plans, and self-care plans.
Attend and participate in community mental health awareness activities.
Participate in peer forums, which may include public speaking engagements.
Complete training requirements as directed by the supervisor.
Participate in weekly supervision or mentorship with the supervisor or designee.
Maintain accurate, high-quality documentation and paperwork, including mental health notes, timesheets, expense reports, and mileage records.
Participate in the on-call rotation when applicable to program requirements.
Use crisis communication and de-escalation techniques in accordance with Seneca’s EQ-4 model training.

Benefits

Starting pay of $24.94–$27.44 per hour, dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications.
Annual salary increases.
Mileage reimbursement.
Stipends for staff participating in emergency on-call shifts.
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage.
Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance.
50% paid premiums for dependents.
403(b) retirement plan.
Employer-paid assistance plan.
Five weeks of paid time off and holiday pay for required holiday shifts.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.
Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities.
Promotional opportunities across the agency in California.