Parent Aide

About the team 

Waypoint provides a warm inclusive work environment, where a sense of belonging, integrity, and respect are highly valued. We encourage a life/work balance and flexibility that benefits you, your clients, and your family. We support our employees with competitive wages and comprehensive benefits that are always evolving to ensure that our employees' needs are met. When you choose to work at Waypoint, you'll find fulfillment in the positive difference you'll make for thousands of families, as well as engaging in an overall positive experience that will fill your bucket.

About the job 

If you want to make a meaningful difference in families' lives and be an integral part of their clinical support system, consider joining Waypoint's team of dedicated professionals. We seek compassionate and collaborative Family Time Coaches (formerly Parent Aides) to serve families involved with child protective services in the Concord, Dover, Manchester, Rochester, and NH Seacoast areas. The Parent Aide advocate will work directly with parents using the evidence-based Visit Coaching model to empower positive change.

In this role, you will empower parents by focusing on their strengths and building family goals with respect for each family's unique culture. Your support will facilitate healthy bonds enabling children to return home safely. During Family Visits, you may coach parents by sitting on the floor playing games or reading books with a child, or by modeling age-appropriate activities. Regular reflective supervision, Department Team meetings, and support from program colleagues promote a collaborative culture.

We have Full-time and Part-Time positions with flexible hours and schedules.  Preferred availability for 2:30-8 PM Mon - Fri. (some weekend hours may be required) Perfect for a new career or a second job opportunity.

  Qualifications:

• You must be passionate about our mission and purpose
• High School Diploma with two years of related social services. Applicants with parenting experience is a plus.
• Applicants must be at least 22 years of age, due to DCYF requirements.
• Prior experience working with children and/or families
• Compassion, kindness, patience, and reliability
• Flexible schedule with nights and possible weekend Visits to support families.
• Transportation of children is required. Valid driver’s license with Motor Vehicle background check, reliable vehicle and auto insurance that meets agency standards.
• Ability to lift and install the car seat(s) to the position requirements,
•  Understanding of policies, procedures, and ability to set professional boundaries and handle confidential information.
•  Ability to manage your time/schedule and able to plan for multiple Visits in a day.
• Excellent verbal, written, computer, and organizational skills.
• Equally able to work autonomously and as a member of a Team.
• Able to sit, stand, climb stairs, move about the Visits, and follow young children.
• Must have the ability to lift 25 lbs. 
• Understanding of and ability to work positively with children and parents with mental health and/or substance misuse.
• Ability to use technology and an electronic health record for documentation.
• Experience with Office 365 and SharePoint preferred.

Benefits and Perks:     

• FT positions offer a full comprehensive benefits package including paid family medical leave.
• PT positions offer a flexible schedule and hours that is perfect for a second job 
• Meaningful work helping others 
• Generous mileage reimbursement
• Educational Assistance
• Retirement planning with company match
• Qualifying nonprofit loan forgiveness agency
• Be a part of an amazing team of caring and passionate individuals on a powerful mission
• Diverse and accepting company culture with an engaged leadership team
• On-the-job training is available. 
• Professional growth and career advancement opportunities
   

All applicants are encouraged to apply today at www.waypointnh.org!  You will love what you do here!  

We hire great people from a wide array of backgrounds, which strengthens our organization. This diversity mirrors that of our clients, who also come from all walks of life. More than just the ethical choice, more importantly, a wide range of perspectives makes us more innovative and responsive to our clients needs.