Family Support Specialist (part-time)

Overview

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning nonprofit, nonsectarian human services organization founded in 1943. Today, it has grown to be the largest provider of licensed outpatient community behavioral health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. WJCS delivers innovative programs and services and compassionate care to more than 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds throughout the county.

We are seeking a part-time (21 hours/week) bilingual (English/Spanish) Family Support Specialist to join our satellite offices in two Peekskill City schools. In this role, you will provide advocacy for parents and families of children and youth with significant social, emotional and behavioral needs in grades K-3. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong professional skills with the unique perspective gained through lived experience as a parent, guardian, or primary caregiver of a child with social, emotional and behavioral needs.

Drawing on both personal and professional expertise, you will empower families, help them navigate service systems, connect them with community resources, and support them in advocating for their children's needs. The salary for this part-time position is $30,000.

Responsibilities

As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Providing initial cross-system assessment of service/resource needs . Providing care management services that enable families’ access to necessary supports and services on behalf of their children and youth. Drawing upon your own lived experience as a parent, guardian, or primary caregiver of a child with developmental and/or mental mental health needs to provide support and empowerment, and guidance to families as they navigate service systems and access community resources.

Conducting classroom, school, and community presentations, as well provide psychosocial rehab Children and Family Treatment and Support Services, including Psychosocial Rehab and Family Peer Support services. Providing administrative support across our school-based clinics.

Requirements

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two years of experience working with parents/families of children/adolescents required. Bilingual Spanish-English proficiency required. Current license/license eligibility as a credentialed Family Peer Advocate preferred; Lived experience as a parent, guardian, or primary caregiver of a child with mental health and/or developmental needs.

Ability to work effectively to engage with and support families/parents of children/youth with significant social, emotional or behavioral needs across the full economic spectrum is essential. Ability to form strong working professional relationships with school and social service personnel. Proficiency in the use of computer and standard office software applications.

Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle. WJCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER