Family Partner, Early Childhood - Prevention ECMHC

Family Partner, Early Childhood

• Prevention ECMHC Eliot Community Human Services
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4 Malden, MA Job Details Part-time $21.63 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Bilingual Professional collaboration in IEP development Mental health and behavioral care Working with people with disabilities Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driver's License Experience with children Driving Working with students with special education needs Human Services Client advocacy in social work 1 year Associate's degree Bachelor's degree in human services Community resource coordination Full Job Description Join Eliot

• A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change At Eliot, your work has purpose.

You'll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth. Benefits at Eliot We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth.

Benefit eligible positions include:

Generous Paid Time Off

• Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision plans Retirement Savings
• 401(k) with employer match Wellness & Family Support
• Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources Financial Security
• 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance Professional Growth
• Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (MSPCC), a division of Eliot, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Partner to join our team.

In this role, you will provide community-based support and education to parents and caregivers of children with special needs and/or behavioral health needs in Malden and the surrounding areas. The ideal candidate is a parent, guardian, or caregiver of a youth with special needs and/or behavioral health needs, who uses their lived experience navigating child and family service systems to support and educate families currently in need.

Responsibilities:

Provide community-based support and education to parents/caregivers of children with special needs and/or behavioral health needs. Work with the Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation(ECMHC) staff, EEC program leadership and educators and families in developing measurable Family Partner goals in the Individualized Service Delivery Plan. Assist parents/caregivers in meeting the needs of the child through educating, supporting, coaching, modeling and guiding. Teach parents/caregivers how to connect to community resources and communicate with providers advocating for services and resources to meet a child's needs. Assisting the team with developing measurable Family Partner goals in IEPs, and engaging parents/caregivers in activities to address those goals

Qualifications:

High School diploma/GED with two (2) years of experience working with children and youth or Associates/Bachelor's degree in a human services field with one (1) or more years of experience working with children and youth Must be a parent, guardian or caregiver of a youth with special needs, and/or behavioral health needs. Experience in navigating children and families within the education system. Must have the ability to communicate with other parents in a supportive and non-judgmental manner regarding their needs. Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work and for providing services in the community Bilingual and bicultural skills are a plus. Bilingual candidates fluent in a needed language may be eligible for a 6% salary increase

Schedule:

Part-time, Monday-Friday, flexible hours between 8am and 5pm. At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization. Apply today and make a difference.