Family Partner

About Company:

At Camino Real Community Services, we know that life can sometimes feel heavier than we ever expected. We have built a team of talented, caring, experienced care providers who provide a place of comfort. We are dedicated to walking beside those who may be experiencing moment of worry, sadness, or uncertainty. We are a caring and knowledgeable team dedicated to walking beside individuals and families when they may be experiencing some of life's hardest seasons, including natural disasters or acts of violence. 

If our mission speaks to you and you have an open and caring heart, the ability to truly listen and support, and you are called to help others find healing, we are growing our team! Join an organization that has been committed to serving our communities for over 55 years!

About the Role:

The Family Partner plays a critical role in supporting families by providing advocacy, guidance, and direct assistance to promote the well-being and stability of children and their caregivers. This position focuses on building trusting relationships with families to empower them in navigating social services and community resources effectively. The Family Partner collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans that address the unique needs of each family. Through ongoing support and education, the Family Partner helps families build resilience, improve communication, and foster healthy environments for child development. Ultimately, this role aims to strengthen family units and enhance outcomes for children by ensuring access to appropriate services and interventions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in child advocacy, family services, or social services with a demonstrated understanding of case management principles.
• Strong knowledge of child development and mental health counseling techniques.
• Ability to conduct crisis intervention and provide emotional support to families in distress.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage diverse families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with community outreach strategies and group therapy facilitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field.
• Certification or training in trauma-informed care or family systems therapy.
• Experience working within child welfare or family support agencies.
• Bilingual abilities to serve diverse populations.
• Proficiency with case management software and data reporting tools.

Responsibilities:

• Engage with families to assess their needs and strengths, providing personalized support and advocacy throughout their involvement with social service systems.
• Coordinate and facilitate access to community resources, including mental health counseling, crisis intervention, and family services.
• Collaborate with social workers, therapists, and other professionals to develop and monitor individualized family service plans.
• Conduct group therapy sessions and community outreach activities to educate families on child development, mental health, and coping strategies.
• Document case progress, maintain accurate records, and report on family outcomes to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills:

The required skills are utilized daily to build rapport with families and advocate for their needs within complex social service systems. Child advocacy and family services expertise enable the Family Partner to identify appropriate interventions and resources that support child development and family stability. Case management skills are essential for coordinating services, tracking progress, and ensuring follow-through on care plans. Community outreach and group therapy skills facilitate education and peer support, empowering families to develop coping strategies and resilience. Mental health counseling and crisis intervention abilities are critical for providing immediate emotional support and guiding families through challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.