Are you passionate about supporting the families of the children that we serve and have personal experience as a caregiver of a youth who has been the recipient of child welfare and/or behavioral health services? At Seneca, we seek a compassionate and assertive individual to give back to our communities by becoming our next Family Partner.

We are looking for a dedicated Family Partner to provide peer support to family members that engage with Wraparound and the Family Urgent Response System. As the Family Partner, you will perform a wide range of activities needed to function as a member of the team, as well as provide individual support to parents and other caregivers. 

ABOUT VENTURA WRAP/FURS

Wraparound/FURS are community-based programs that serve at-risk youth from ages 0-21 throughout Ventura County. The Family Specialist role works with a team of Clinicians, Parent Partners, and Youth Advocates to support the youth and their family. We do “whatever it takes” to help our community thrive.The Ventura County Wraparound and FURS Program’s goal is to support children, youth, and their families with complex and enduring needs to reside in the least restrictive environment that is clinically appropriate.

ABOUT SENECA

Seneca Family of Agencies is committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities a network of outstanding mental health, community based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages people of color to apply. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and trainings on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in order to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

• Work as part of a FURS mobile response team to provide crisis intervention and other mental health services as needed in client homes and in the community.  
• Provide individual support, coaching, and psycho-education for the parent/caregiver or identified family member. 
• Participate in identifying relevant community resources and linking participants/families to those resources. 
• Complete progress notes and other paperwork, and complete service tracking documentation as indicated.    

• Participate in weekly supervision with the program supervisor or designee.  
• Maintain accurate documentation and paperwork including but not limited to time sheets, petty cash, and mileage.  

REQUIRED

• Personal caregiver experience of a youth who has been the recipient of child welfare and/or other behavioral health services (e.g., child welfare, juvenile justice, mental health, special education, etc.).
• High school diploma/GED
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and with a diverse population. 
• Flexible schedule with ability to work evenings and weekend days.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills in Microsoft Office programs.  
• Valid California driver's license, own vehicle, and insurable by Seneca's automobile policy.
• Clearance of TB test, fingerprints, and any other mandatory State/Federal licensing or certification requirements.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required.

PREFERRED

• Bilingual (Spanish and English).

• Full-time
  • Sunday-Thursday:9:30am-5:30pm
• Hybrid; provide in-person services & complete documentation remote.

• Starting at $21.22- $23.72 per hour.
  • Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualification.
• Salary increases each year.
• Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture coverage.
  • 50% paid premiums for dependents.
  • Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance.
  • 403b Retirement Plan.
  • Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan.
• 5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays.
• Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities.