Parent Support Partner
$31,200–$40,700 year
On-site · Redford, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Provide peer-delivered support, advocacy, and training for parents of children with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) accessing services within the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network. Essential duties include facilitating access to services, developing individualized plans of care, assisting families in navigating various systems, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates must be collaborative, respectful, and demonstrate the ability to model advocacy. Knowledge of community mental health systems and ability to work independently are essential.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Community Mental Health System and its services to children and youth
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, able to set priorities, and work independently
- Completion of reporting and documentation activities in a timely manner
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others (colleagues, supervisors, professionals, parents, youth, service providers, etc.)
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, accessing/navigating the internet)
- Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate the availability of each family
Desired Qualifications
- Parent of a child with a SED
- Received a certificate of completion in the Wayne County System of Care Parent Training
- Experience working with children, youth and families
- Certified Parent Support Partner through the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) or in the process to obtain certification
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