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Parent Cooperative Community

Family Support Specialist - Part-Time - Ukiah, CA

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$44,834 / year median in California

+22% projected growth

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Job Description

Every child deserves to feel loved. Every family deserves to feel like someone truly understands what they're navigating. That's the belief at the center of everything Parent Cooperative Community does. We work alongside adoptive families in California — families who are showing up every day for their children who have experienced trauma, loss, and disrupted attachment — providing the kind of consistent, relationship-based support that makes a lasting difference. The Family Support Specialist is the person in the room when it matters most. If that's the work you're called to do, we'd like to meet you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Work directly with youth and families in the home, building trust and supporting daily functioning Help youth develop emotional regulation, communication, and coping skills Collaborate with caregivers, service providers, and your team in a Wraparound framework Document services and track progress within EHR system, and participate in Child and Family Team meetings Travel to Kids Weekends, in-person trainings, and organizational events as required
HOW WE SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS
Our four-phase onboarding program is one of the most structured in our region — and it's intentional. Before you carry a caseload, you'll complete: Phase 1: HR & systems orientation Phase 2: Program and role foundations Phase 3: Wraparound principles and practices Phase 4: Supervised shadowing with experienced colleagues
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's preferred 2+ years of experience working with children and families Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation Comfort with trauma-informed frameworks and community-based service settings Comfort working with youth and families navigating high levels of behavioral, emotional, and developmental complexity
WHAT PCC OFFERS
$ 21-$24/ hr entry wage that meets or exceeds most comparable part-time roles in the region PTO & sick leave offered to part-time staff — not standard everywhere Mileage reimbursement for all qualifying home visit travel Structured onboarding and ongoing training Staff perks through PCC Access Perks program