Family Partner 748
Heart of Texas Region Mental Health Mental Retardation
- Waco, TX
- $24,500 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Per referral from Case Managers, Therapists, Skills Trainers, and/or other Treatment Team members, Family Partner meets with parents/caregivers of children served through the Youth Crisis Outreach Team to provide experienced advice and guidance concerning mental health services.
- Under the supervision of Division Director, or assigned clinician, provides emotional support to parents/caregivers struggling to meet their unique parental demands and personal challenges.
- Participates as a team member in conferences designed for the diagnosis and treatment of clients.
- Assists parents in identifying barriers and problems as well as in problem solving.
- On behalf of parents/caregivers, acts as liaison and advocate with appropriate agencies, physicians, schools, etc.
- Increases knowledge and skills through attendance of outside conferences and seminars whenever possible.
- May provide transportation to clients or caregivers.
- Performs related work as required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and telephone skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, reliability, and dependability towards Center employees, clients, and the community
- Must display excellent organizational skills and time management
- Stooping, bending, sitting, standing for prolonged periods and lifting up to 30 pounds
- Works mainly in office setting with 30% of time transporting clients and other errands
- Ability to be CPR and PMAB certified
- Valid driver's license, liability insurance, and reliable transportation required
- High school diploma or GED
- Certified Family Partner preferred
- At least 1 year of dealing with mental health issues with their own child, if so please provide information Required
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)
**Certain Requirements Needed**Location: Waco TXDepartment: Klaras Center for Families
This is a full time position