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Aviva Family and Children's Services

Wraparound Parent Partner

Aviva Family and Children's Services, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Overview

Join to apply for the Wraparound Parent Partner role at Aviva Family and Children's Services. Mission

Aviva believes every child and every family in our Los Angeles community deserves the chance for a brighter future. We provide compassionate support, therapeutic services, and guidance to at-risk children and families. Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Wraparound Program Lead, the Wraparound Parent Partner works closely with the wraparound child’s parents/caregiver to represent their best interests and participate as a member of the Child and Family Team. The Parent Partner provides in-home support services as outlined in the Plan of Care. The Parent Partner completes all required paperwork in accordance with agency and county standards. Essential Functions

Responsiveness to the families’ identified needs. Building and strengthening the child and family’s support system. Development of family-centered help-giver skills. Engaging and creating professional and family partnerships. Incorporation of informal supports, natural family helpers, and linkage to other community resources. Demonstrates creativity and resourcefulness in order to effectively navigate systems of care. Ability to connect with families of diverse backgrounds and engage caregivers so they are open to teaming with Wraparound. Shares the story of own journey in order to connect, empower, and give home to parents. Adheres to a non-judgmental, strength-based model that builds on strengths and hope, while also being realistic and practical. Outcomes for children and families. Feedback from children and families; community services providers. Key practice indicators include engagement, teaming, assessment and understanding, long-term view, planning, cultural competence, transitions, crisis management. Key activities in ongoing engagement and service delivery include weekly visits with parents and caregivers, linking and advocating for resources in school and community settings, assisting parents in identifying needs and barriers, collaborating with other professionals to plan and coordinate services, documenting services in accordance with Wraparound and DCFS standards, and participating in weekly CFT meetings. The Parent Partner remains available 24/7 to respond to crisis calls and is sensitive to cultural differences among the client population. Competency Requirements

Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English Ability to work effectively as a member of the Wraparound team Ability to successfully work with families of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds Must have excellent oral and written communication skills Must have excellent interpersonal skills Knowledge of social services system and community resources Knowledgeable in Wraparound philosophy, policy and process Skilled in relationship building, conflict mediation and facilitation a plus Basic computer knowledge (Windows, Microsoft Word, etc.) Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Education And Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required Parent Partner must have been the parent or primary caregiver (Primary caregiver is defined as a parent (not foster parent) who has 24/7 legal responsibility for the child/youth who received services from one of the following County departments: Department of Mental Health, Probation Department, and/or Department of Child and Family Services; or from Regional Center. At the time of hire, Parent Partners must not have an open probation case nor DCFS for at least one (1) year. A Parent Partner can have a child who receives or received services from the State Regional Center or DMH. Certifications/Licenses

Valid CA driver’s license Valid automobile insurance Additional Requirements

Tuberculosis clearance Department of Justice/Fingerprint clearance Satisfactory completion of health screening Proof of legal eligibility to work in the United States Satisfactory driving record Physical Demands

While performing the duties of a Parent Partner, the employee is frequently required to walk, drive, and use their fingers to manipulate a keyboard or writing instrument. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stand. The employee is rarely required to run, bend, kneel or lift objects weighing more than 30 pounds. Work Environment

The work environment is indoor and outdoors. The noise level varies from quiet to loud. The employee will conduct home visits.

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