THOMPSON Child & Family Focus
Family Support Partner
THOMPSON Child & Family Focus, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Overview
Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses prevention, mental health services, and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma-informed and evidence-based/evidence-informed with the aim of building resilience in our clients (ages 0-18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring and Integrity.
What will you do as a Family Support Partner?
As a Family Support Partner in the Wrap Around - Charlotte department, you will provide education and assistance in navigating child-serving systems (child welfare, education, behavioral/mental health, juvenile justice, school, primary care, etc.), and support the legal guardian with gaining skill sets to complete and locate referrals.
A typical day includes providing 9-12 support mentorship to legal guardians in the school, home, and community setting for up to 90 minutes weekly in person or virtually, building relationships with guardians in the community.
Schedule is non-traditional but typically around 9 am–5 pm, excluding weekends and on-call; mentors serve youth in person or virtually in the Charlotte area and surrounding communities.
What does this position offer?
Starting Pay Range: $17-$21 hourly
Full benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life insurance
401K Match, Education Reimbursement, and Referral Bonus
Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible licensure candidates
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility through FAFSA after 10 years of service
State loan repayment program eligibility (up to $50,000)
PTO and holidays, paid volunteering time, and free EAP services
Mileage Reimbursement; iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
Opportunities for growth
Requirements
Experience as a primary caregiver of a youth with special needs or a history of involvement in child welfare.
National certification or in the process of obtaining national certification as a Parent Support Provider.
One year of experience working with the target population OR an associate degree in the human service field and one year of experience working with children/adolescents/transition youth OR a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of five years’ experience as a primary caregiver of children/adolescents/transition age youth.
Valid Driver’s License and ability to meet credentialing, licensing, and privileging standards as required by the department.
All potential candidates must pass a drug screening and extensive background check.
Mobility in the counties served (Mecklenburg, Stanly, Union, and Cabarrus), remote work capability, and occasional office visits.
You’re the right fit for the Family Support Partner position if…
You have a passion for working with youth & adolescents.
You value making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.
Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring, and Integrity are important to you.
If your qualifications meet the requirements of the job and you want to be part of a winning culture, apply at ThompsonCFF.org where we are strengthening Children, Families, and Communities.
Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Description: $17-$21 hourly
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What will you do as a Family Support Partner?
As a Family Support Partner in the Wrap Around - Charlotte department, you will provide education and assistance in navigating child-serving systems (child welfare, education, behavioral/mental health, juvenile justice, school, primary care, etc.), and support the legal guardian with gaining skill sets to complete and locate referrals.
A typical day includes providing 9-12 support mentorship to legal guardians in the school, home, and community setting for up to 90 minutes weekly in person or virtually, building relationships with guardians in the community.
Schedule is non-traditional but typically around 9 am–5 pm, excluding weekends and on-call; mentors serve youth in person or virtually in the Charlotte area and surrounding communities.
What does this position offer?
Starting Pay Range: $17-$21 hourly
Full benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life insurance
401K Match, Education Reimbursement, and Referral Bonus
Clinical Supervision Reimbursement of $60 for eligible licensure candidates
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility through FAFSA after 10 years of service
State loan repayment program eligibility (up to $50,000)
PTO and holidays, paid volunteering time, and free EAP services
Mileage Reimbursement; iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
Opportunities for growth
Requirements
Experience as a primary caregiver of a youth with special needs or a history of involvement in child welfare.
National certification or in the process of obtaining national certification as a Parent Support Provider.
One year of experience working with the target population OR an associate degree in the human service field and one year of experience working with children/adolescents/transition youth OR a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of five years’ experience as a primary caregiver of children/adolescents/transition age youth.
Valid Driver’s License and ability to meet credentialing, licensing, and privileging standards as required by the department.
All potential candidates must pass a drug screening and extensive background check.
Mobility in the counties served (Mecklenburg, Stanly, Union, and Cabarrus), remote work capability, and occasional office visits.
You’re the right fit for the Family Support Partner position if…
You have a passion for working with youth & adolescents.
You value making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.
Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring, and Integrity are important to you.
If your qualifications meet the requirements of the job and you want to be part of a winning culture, apply at ThompsonCFF.org where we are strengthening Children, Families, and Communities.
Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Description: $17-$21 hourly
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