Seneca Center Petaluma , CA 94999
Posted 2 weeks ago
Overview
Do you have lived experience raising your own child or being the legal guardian of a child that has received adolescent mental health services? We invite your to join the Kaiser Wrap team that's supporting youth and families, building relationships, and making a positive impact in the community!
As the Family Partner you focus on supporting families, particularly parents or caregivers, to actively engage in the decision-making process driving Wraparound. Drawing from personal experience as a consumer of mental health services, you'll building trust and rapport through high-level engagement and alignment skills, serve as a collaborative advocate, and help caregivers navigate county systems and understand perspectives of team members. Services will predominantly occur in-person within Sonoma County, with the opportunity to complete some of your responsibilities remotely.
ABOUT KAISER WRAPAROUND
This Kaiser Wraparound Program is a partnership between Kaiser Permanente and Seneca Family of Agencies, providing behaviorally focused mental health services to children and families. The program aims to provide children and their families with the support and services they need for children to maintain the lowest level of care possible and avoid out of home placements (group homes, juvenile hall, and hospitalization).
ABOUT SENECA
Seneca Family of Agencies is committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities a network of outstanding mental health, community based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages people of color to apply. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and trainings on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in order to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities
Offer guidance, expertise, and support to youth, families, and natural supports in both one-on-one and group settings
Build trust and rapport through high-level engagement and alignment skills with youth, families, and collateral supports
Serve as a collaborative advocate, helping youth and caregivers understand perspectives of team members and navigate county systems
Utilize community resources and mental health services to establish and connect youth and families to a safety network
Provide coaching and support for safety planning, self-control plans, and self-care plans
Engage in mental health awareness activities and participate in peer forums, including public speaking engagements
Participate in weekly supervision/mentorship sessions
Maintain accurate documentation including mental health notes, timesheets, expense reports, and mileage records
Employ crisis communication and de-escalation techniques if necessary
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma/GED
Personal experience with own child who has been the recipient of adolescent mental health services
Flexible schedule with ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
Be part of a rotating emergency on-call system, scheduled with supervisor ahead of time
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies' insurance policy
Must be at least 21 years of age
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements
Proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination or an HR-approved medical/religious exemption
Preferred:
An Associate or Bachelor's degree
Great critical-thinking and organizational skills
Ability to work as a team player and with a diverse population
Schedule
Part-time
24-32 hours per week
Mon-Fri; 9am-5:30pm
Hybrid; provide in-person services & complete documentation remotely
Benefits
Starting at $22.66 - $25.16 per hour, actual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
Additional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency exam
Mileage reimbursement
Salary increases each year
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
403b retirement plan
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan
5 weeks of paid time off and 11 paid holidays
Stipend offered for on-call shifts
Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
Abundant promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington
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