Parent Advisor- Certified
Parent Advisor- Certified
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Job Description
Overview:
This is a parttime PSS position (two days a week 8hour shifts). The PSS will be responsible for covering both the 7A Neurobehavioral and the 7B Child inpatient units. The PSS will work on inpatient must be during the weekday 8:30am to 4:30pm (no weekends). The PSS will also be responsible for covering in the Psychosis clinic one day a week (weekday 8 hour shift).
Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
- Provides emotional support and connection with caregivers through appropriate selfdisclosure and guidance. Models positive coping communication and advocacy skills to encourage hope and decrease isolation.
- Supports crisis intervention and deescalation services for families in acute crisis situations reducing mental health stigma and encouraging familycentered care.
- Assists and educates caregivers in navigating the behavioral health system and accessing educational mental health developmental disability and other resources for their child.
- Identifies needs and goals of caregivers and families and supports positive approaches and methods to address them.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and organizations within NCH and the community to support families in building relationships and accessing resources.
- Maintains accurate documentation and completes necessary administrative tasks outlined by program.
Education Requirement:
High School Graduate or equivalent required
Licensure Requirement:
(not specified)
Certifications:
Certification as a Family Peer Supporter within 3 months of hire required.
Skills:
- Knowledge of FamilyCentered Care principles and resources required
- Demonstrated emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates effective communication skills to assist caregivers in communicating needs to treatment providers.
Firsthand experience as a parent or guardian caring for a child with a mental health diagnosis and navigating the mental health system required.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Decision Making Lifting / Carrying: 010 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 1120 lbs Loud Noises Problem solving
FREQUENTLY: Computer skills Flexing/extending of neck Hand use: grasping gripping turning Repetitive hand/arm use Sitting Standing Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech Hearing acuity Seeing Far/near
Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:
(not specified)
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
