Parent Support Partner

Join our team at North Country Community Mental Health, serving six counties in Northern Michigan.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Parent Support Partner to work with families of children with Severe Emotional Disturbance and/or Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.

• Provide peer-delivered support to parents
• Facilitate access to services and assist with systems navigation
• Teach parenting skills to manage day-to-day challenges

The ideal candidate will have experience working with families and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.

This is a part-time, non-exempt position (28 hours) with a starting wage range of $19.04-$19.99 per hour.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or GED
• One year experience working with the target population preferred
• Ability to facilitate group dialog and conversation
• Basic computer skills required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, bend, stand, sit, lift up to 25 pounds
• Stretch/reach, hear, see, hand/finger dexterity and drive a vehicle

Other Requirements:

• Must obtain and maintain MDHHS Parent Support Partner certification
• Current in Adult CPR and First Aid
• Complete initial training in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI)

About North Country Community Mental Health:

We value education and provide assistance towards the cost of education for our staff.

Apply Now:

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application on our website.

Salary : $19 - $20