Parents Supporting Parents Specialist

Introduction

Our Child and Family Programs provide a variety of services for families with children. We assist in coordinating supervision for juveniles, abused or neglected children, assist with counseling, parenting, groups for youth, case management, summer youth activities and assist with finding appropriate community resources and more intensive programs as needed.

Position Summary

To be successful, you will complete the below responsibilities: • Focuses on the goal of enhancing and improving permanency outcomes for families and acts as a role model who provides guidance based on a combination of training and personal first-hand experience. • Empowers and coaches parents through the process with the Department, courts, and other system representatives. • Completes paperwork, progress notes and other documentation necessary; completes PSP program reporting requirements for the Parents Supporting Parents Supervisor.

Salary Information

Wage is $22.35 - $24.91/hour dependent on education and experience. Potential to earn up to $29.05/hour with successful annual reviews.

Benefit Highlights

• Paid vacation
• Health insurance
• Health insurance Opt Out Plan
• Dental & Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Wisconsin Retirement System
• Health Savings Account
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Group Life insurance

Job Details

No job description available

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of one year of personal lived experience in the Child Welfare system that includes having had a biological or adoptive child placed in out-of-home care.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.

Preferred Requirements:

• Education in social work, sociology, human services, counseling, or related field

How To Apply

For a full job description and link to apply online, please visit the County’s web site at www.jeffersoncountywi.gov.

Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.