Parents Supporting Parents Specialist

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Our Child and Family Programs provide a variety of services for families with children. We assist in coordinating supervision for juveniles, abused or neglected children, assist with counseling, parenting, groups for youth, case management, summer youth activities and assist with finding appropriate community resources and more intensive programs as needed.

The purpose of this position is to mentor and provide feedback, insight, and navigation to parents currently involved in the Child Welfare (CW) system. The Parent Partner is an essential member of the Parents Supporting Parents (PSP) Program and is part of efforts to elevate parent voice and involvement to support local and state policy and systems change.

To be successful, you will complete the below responsibilities:

• Focuses on the goal of enhancing and improving permanency outcomes for families and acts as a role model who provides guidance based on a combination of training and personal first-hand experience.
• Empowers and coaches parents through the process with the Department, courts, and other system representatives.
• Completes paperwork, progress notes and other documentation necessary; completes PSP program reporting requirements for the Parents Supporting Parents Supervisor.

• High school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of one year of personal lived experience in the Child Welfare system that includes having had a biological or adoptive child placed in out-of-home care.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license.

• Education in social work, sociology, human services, counseling, or related field

Wage is $22.35 - $24.91/hour dependent on education and experience. Potential to earn up to $29.05/hour with successful annual reviews.

• Paid vacation
• Health insurance
• Health insurance Opt Out Plan
• Dental & Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Wisconsin Retirement System
• Health Savings Account
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Group Life insurance

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent Benefits
• Great Coworkers
• Flexibility
• Advancement & Opportunity
• Family Feel