Parent Partner at Children's Institute

Long Beach, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

25.59

Posted On

14 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Life Experience, Support, Engagement, Motivation, Resource Navigation, Crisis Resolution, Communication, Confidentiality, Cultural Sensitivity, Record Keeping, Group Facilitation, Training, Community Resources, Parenting Support, Problem Solving, Dependability

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Provides direct services by utilizing their own life experiences to support, engage, and motivate caregivers towards the identified goals. DUTIES SUMMARY Provides direct services by utilizing their own life experiences to support, engage, and motivate caregivers towards the identified goals. ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Partners with parents and caregivers to help them learn to provide the support to the children under their care to optimize their healthy social and emotional development. Serves as a contact for the caregivers to learn about community and CII resources that would benefit the growth of children and families Maintains a resource directory for CII and other community programs and resources Encourages parent/caregiver participation in group life skills sessions, support groups and related training/support programs. Maintains appropriate case notes and other records as required. Assists caregivers to effectively resolve family grievances and crisis situations. Assists caregivers in navigating various services and supports within their community. ADDITIONAL DUTIES Other duties and special projects as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE This position requires an individual with personal experience with their own child in the child welfare, mental health, or juvenile justice system. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS Possesses a valid driver's license and state-required auto insurance. Required to travel extensively to sites (> 50% of the time). Bilingual Spanish & English speaking preferred. Ability to handle confidential information. Maintains patient privacy, including protecting the confidentiality, safeguarding the integrity and availability, and limiting the use and disclosure of patient Protected Health Information (PHI) to authorized individuals and entities. Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilities. Sensitivity to service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Punctual and dependable attendance. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS None required. COMPUTER SKILLS Must have working knowledge of computer programs in a Windows environment Database software Proficient in Electronic Health Records System VISION REQUIREMENTS No special vision requirements. NOISE LEVEL Moderate noise REQUIRED TRAINING New Hire Orientation Mandated Reporter COMPENSATION: $21.32 USD - $25.59 USD In accordance with California law, the expected pay range for this position is included in this posting. The actual compensation will be determined based on factors permitted by law. New hires will be offered a salary at the starting point of the range to maintain internal inequity and allow opportunity for future salary growth. CII salaries are determined based on comprehensive internal and external market analysis, as well as the skills, education, and experience relevant to each position. BENEFITS: Generous paid PTO, plus 10 paid holidays and CII is closed between Christmas and New Year Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and qualified dependents 403b Retirement Plan with employer contribution for eligible employees Up to $4,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA) Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Opportunity for growth & advancement Professional development & continued training Team building & bonding through company sponsored events & activities CONTINGENCIES: Influenza immunization or declination COVID-19, MMR and Tdap immunizations Education verification Reference check Background fingerprint clearance (FBI, DOJ, CACI) conducted by the California Department of Social Services Drug and alcohol screening Tuberculosis screening Children’s Institute (CII) believes that all children and families have boundless potential to achieve emotional well-being and educational success, which build pathways to economic mobility and lifelong health. Using a whole family, two-generation approach, CII offers education, counseling services, parenting support, convening spaces and enrichment programs in the community, at our early education centers, K-12 schools, and neighborhood hubs. Our employees value passion, partnership, innovation and equity. If meaningful work and a vibrant culture are important to you, you're in the right place. Join our team and change the world! CII promotes and fosters equity and inclusion in our workplace and in our communities. We strive to embed these values in our agency-wide decisions and our talent practices so that we create equal opportunities for everyone.

Responsibilities

The Parent Partner provides direct services to caregivers by leveraging their own life experiences to support and motivate them towards their goals. They assist caregivers in navigating community resources and resolving family grievances.