Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Family Support Partner  About the Organization Established June 15, 1971, Valley Community Services Board is a publicly funded organization where citizens of Staunton, Waynesboro, and Augusta and Highland Counties can receive Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Developmental Services services. Valley Community Services Board serves as the single point of entry into publicly funded mental health, developmental, and substance use disorder services for these localities. Valley CSB is a person-centered organization, tailoring treatment to each individual. We value competency and compassion in every service we provide. We are also a resource for educating the public about the nature of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities to dispel stereotypes and encourage support for individuals facing those challenges. Valley Community Services Board is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.   Open Date 8/18/2021   Position Family Support Partner   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Shift Days   Req Number PEE-21-00008   Number of Openings 1   Number Filled 0   Description Valley Community Services Board has a full-time (40 hour/week) employment opportunity for a Family Support Partner (FSP) to serve families in the Staunton, Augusta, and Waynesboro areas. The FSP must have experience as a primary caregiver of a youth, adolescent or young adult who has/had mental health and/or substance use needs. The FSP, after training and orientation, will provide family-to-family support, education, advocacy, coaching, information, referrals, and follow-up to families seeking assistance. The FSP will work closely with the Intensive Care Coordinator (ICC)   Position Requirements Personal, lived experience as a primary caregiver of a youth, adolescent or young adult who has/had mental health and/or substance use needs is required. Prior experience assisting other families to obtain appropriate services and supports for their child and family members is desirable. Familiarity with state and local resources and knowledge of how to access them. Willingness and strong ability to build and maintain partnerships with agencies and providers. Active listening skills for providing non-judgmental peer support and engagement to families. Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong computer skills and the ability to efficiently utilize internet search to identify resources. Ability or willingness to learn how to use the electronic health record. Current Virginia driver's license and access to own vehicle; in-state travel required. Successful completion of a background check (required for all VCSB employees). *Benefits Package include 9 paid holidays and generous paid time off package. Valley CSB provides robust options for insurance, including competitive health insurance and participation in the Virginia Retirement System.  This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $1500.00   Salary Information   EOE Statement Valley Community Services Board is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   Additional Requirements   This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles ICF RN OR LPN in Waynesboro , VA Posted on: 11/30/2021 [Apply Now] Forensic Discharge Planner in Staunton, VA Posted on: 8/9/2021 [Apply Now] MRRJ Re-Entry Case Manager in Staunton, VA Posted on: 9/9/2021 [Apply Now] Mental Health Case Manager in Staunton, VA Posted on: 9/28/2021 [Apply Now] Coordinated Entry Specialist in Staunton, VA Posted on: 1/14/2022 [Apply Now]

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