Family Partner
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If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an
Family PartnerJob Title: Family Partner
2 positions available in Atlantic County!
About Acenda Integrated Health
Acenda Integrated Health provides 100+ behavioral health programs, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs across New Jersey. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and team engaging events. Acenda is recognized as a multi-year Top Workplace by USA Today and The Inquirer and a Top Workplace Culture award winner for Work-Life Balance as well as Joint Commission accredited and certified by MHCA and the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families. Join #TeamAcenda and make a lasting impact.
Job Overview
The Family Partner provides coordinated, community-based, family-friendly, culturally responsive and strength-based voluntary services to enrich the family unit and address the underlying problems of families that are experiencing challenges or have needs that threaten family stability.
As an integrated health organization Acenda values the use of evidence-based practice or EBP's.
Program Info
Acenda’s Family Success Centers (FSC) are warm, welcoming neighborhood gathering spaces where families and community members come together for support, connection, and growth. FSC’s offer interactive workshops, family-friendly activities, and groups, as well as volunteer opportunities. All services are free and open to all. Additionally, the FSC’s offer free computer use, printing, and copying services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for providing prevention programs to families by developing and maintaining a robust family engagement approach.
- Facilitates parent involvement and parent leadership at the Center
- Develops Family Success Plans in partnership with families based on the goals of the family Incorporates and implements the Principles of Family Support and the Protective Factors into all aspects of their work
- Advocates for/with families as needed; increases the family’s ability to problem-solve and advocate for themselves and their children
- Establishes a trusting relationship with the families
- Participates and assists in coordination of Center activities and events.
Requirements:
- Associates degree in a related field with relevant experience.
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle and an acceptable driving record.
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field is preferred.
Additional Information:
- Base Pay: $18.27
- Sign-on Bonus: $500
- Schedule: Day Shift, Monday 9am-5pm, Tuesday 9am-5pm, Wednesday 9am-5pm, Thursday 11am-7pm, Friday 9am-5pm, One Saturday a month is required.
- Bilingual Rate: An additional $1.50 rate added to the base pay if Spanish proficient.
What we provide:
- An Innovative culture that encourages you to grow and learn with the agency
- Mission-driven core
- Health, Vision and Dental coverage for you and your family
- 401(k) with 100% employer match on the first 5% of comp
- Generous time-off
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Year-end bonuses
Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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