Parent to Parent Outreach and Family Services Coordinator

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Parent Outreach and Family Services Coordinator Department:

Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness - 273600 Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a health and human services field or five (5) years case management and/or lived experience. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions The Outreach and Family Services Coordinator provides family navigation, case management, and outreach services to families of children with special needs. This position plays a key role in community engagement by facilitating parent-to-parent matches, facilitating support groups, and delivering educational workshops. Additionally, the role includes working in collaboration with the Growing Well Clinic to assist with family support services.

Family Navigation & Case Management:

Provide individualized support to families, connecting them to appropriate healthcare, educational, and community resources.

Parent-to-Parent Support:

Facilitate parent matches, coordinate Circle of Parents Support Groups, and provide guidance to caregivers navigating the challenges of raising a child with special needs.

Educational Workshops & Outreach:

Organize and assist in delivering Triple P seminars and training sessions for parents and caregivers, and other educational workshops as requested.

Community Collaboration:

Work with DSS, CDSA, public schools, and healthcare providers to strengthen partnerships and streamline services for families.

Program Monitoring & Reporting:

Maintain accurate records of family interactions, referrals, and program activities for reporting and compliance purposes. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this

Position Preferred Qualifications Experience Preferences:

Lived experience caring for child(ren) or youth with special health care needs.

Work Schedule/Hours:

Flexible hours with some evenings being required. Up to 20 hrs./week.

Anticipated Hiring Range:

Closing Date:

5/20/2026 To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/54158 Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation. jeid-fe19435e44a3e94095ae189f59af874a