Job Description
Provides family support services to family members of children with complex emotional or behavioral health needs involved in multiple service systems utilizing a Systems of Care Approach. Family Support Partners offer emotional support, share knowledge, and connect families with resources, opportunities, and other communities of support with other families who share the same experiences. Services are non-clinical, person centered, strengths based, and trauma informed. Family Support Partners work to keep families together, enhance the independence of the family, and facilitate connections in the community as well as with other families.This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.Qualifications:High school diploma or GED requiredMust have experience as a family member of a youth with complex emotional or behavioral health needs involved in multiple service systems.Bachelor’s degree earned from an accredited college or university preferredAt least one year’s experience in behavioral health services or with behavioral health populations, whether through previous employment or participation in services, is requiredMust possess a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and the ability to provide own transportation as necessary to perform job dutiesAdditional Requirements:May be exposed to allergenic environments from client’s homes, including extreme heat, humidity, dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.May be exposed to clients with infectious diseasesMust be able to drive for long periods of time to visit clients in and out of the catchment area as neededMust be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehiclesProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at timesDisclaimer: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. 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