Family Partner
Texana Center
Summary
The Family Partner is responsible for promoting and developing and fostering the skills of families with children who have emotional, behavioral or mental health disorders. The Family Partner is to assist the parent/caregiver in becoming an advocate for the child, provide guidance in utilizing existing services and developing/organizing natural resources within the family and community.
Job description
The Family Partner assumes a peer mentoring role, engages the family in the Recovery Process, provides on-going training to the parent/caregiver to sustain success and improve outcomes for the child and family. The Family Partner can assist in the development of the Recovery Plan with strengths, needs, skills, supports and resources.
Documentation must meet all applicable standards and established performance benchmarks. The position reports directly to the Clinic Manager. The Family Partner performs other duties as assigned by the Clinic Manager and/or Clinical Team Leader. Must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary treatment team. Must have excellent engagement, time management and organizational skills.
Routine hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday with flexibility for schedule changes to allow for appointments outside of routine work hours. Must have reliable vehicle and transportation. Mileage paid.
The Family Partner is responsible and accountable for the adherence to and promotion of the Center compliance policy.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Certified Family Partner at hire or within 6 months of hire
- Texas driver's license in good standing
- Must be a parent of a child who is currently, or has been in the past, received services from a child-serving agency for mental health related issues
- Have successfully navigated a child serving system for 2 years and be able to articulate their lived experience as relates to care and advocacy for their child who is in a stable place in their recovery
- Must be able to perform SAMA and CPR
- Must be able to perform moderate lifting and carrying (15-44#), pushing, stooping, repeated bending, reaching above shoulder, simple grasping, hearing, walking, sitting and twisting
- Must have ability to see, write, operate office equipment, operate a motor vehicle and have depth perception
Benefits
- Mileage paid
Company overview
Texana Center is a comprehensive mental health care organization specializing in providing behavioral health and developmental disability services. As a healthcare provider focused on mental wellness, the center offers a range of therapeutic interventions, counseling services, and support programs for individuals and families dealing with mental health challenges. Their services typically include outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse treatment, and specialized programs for various age groups and conditions. Operating within the mental health care sector, Texana Center plays a crucial role in community health by addressing psychological well-being and providing accessible mental health resources. The organization likely collaborates with healthcare professionals, social workers, and community partners to deliver integrated care solutions. Their mission centers on improving mental health outcomes through evidence-based practices and compassionate care delivery, serving as an important resource for individuals seeking mental health support and treatment services in their community.