Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a Family Support Partner who will work as part of the team to assist young people with chronic constipation struggles. The Family Support Partner will provide intensive levels of peer support, information, and teaching to the parents/caregivers to help strengthen their natural support system. The Family Support Partner will support positive outcomes for the youth and family.Responsibilities:
Assist the family in linking to natural and community supports
Assist with crisis stabilization when needed
Attend all mandatory trainings and become a credentialed Family Support Partner within one year.
Other non-essential duties as specified by the immediate supervisor
Provide direct support, information, and teaching to the parents/caregivers as needed
Seek coaching, supervision and professional input regularly and when needed
Work closely with other team members to assure a coordinated approach
Work with and help youth and families to learn skills, achieve their vision, and to become self sufficient
Work with youth and families to create and maintain an environment conducive with wellness & recovery
High School diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience raising a child or children with chronic constipation or mental health disorder preferred.
Knowledge of youth and family mental health and substance use resources and service systems preferred within Allegheny and surrounding Counties.
Team Player- ability to work with a diverse group of youth, families, clinical and professional staff, and other key stakeholders.
Ability to engage parents/caregivers raising a child with mental health and/or substance use disorders, to identify family strengths without being judgmental, and to integrate these strengths throughout the provision of services.
Willingness to share personal story and experiences as appropriate.
Ability to model effective behaviors and appropriate skills.
Have a good sense of humor, a common-sense approach, be compassionate, flexible, creative, and a good listener.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Willing and eager to learn, and to be videotaped for credentialing and training purposes.
Excellent documentation skills.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Flexible in adapting the weekly schedule to meet the needs of the youth, families and team. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Driver's License
Act 31 Clearance with renewal
Act 33 Clearance with renewal
Act 34 Clearance with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran