Family Partner at Elwyn

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOverviewJoin a Team That Changes LivesFor more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:Generous Paid Time OffComprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit PackagesEarned Wage Access/On-Demand PayPaid On-the-Job TrainingTuition ReimbursementCareer Advancement Opportunities and GrowthFlexible SchedulesRetirement Savings PlanJoin us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.ResponsibilitiesElwyn seeks an ACCS Family Partner for a peer-support role within the Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) team. They provide support, advocacy, and education to family members or caregivers of individuals receiving ACCS services. The Family Partner uses lived experience (as a parent, guardian, or caregiver) to connect with families, promote recovery, and improve collaboration between providers, clients, and their support systems.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAdvocacy & SupportProvide hope, information, and encouragement to individuals and family members in ACCSCoach families to develop their advocacy and collaboration skills and help them understand their rightsServe as a liaison between families and the ACCS clinical team, and community providers and supportsPeer Consultation / Team InputOffer expertise and consultation to the ACCS team based on personal/family experience with mental healthsystems: experiences with treatment, medications, recovery, etc.Help team members understand the family/caregiver perspective, including stigma, discrimination, andcultural issues.Promote a team culture that respects family input, supports decision-making, and values self-determination.Stigma Reduction & EmpowermentAssist families and clients in identifying, understanding, and coping with stigma associated with mentalillness.Encourage involvement in peer-run or self-help programs and make connections to advocacy organizationsCommunity / Social EngagementOrganize and facilitate group or social activities for clients and families (e.g., peer support groups, family events).Help individuals structure their time, build social networks, and practice social or life skills in community-based settings.System Navigation & EducationEducate families on navigating behavioral health systems, insurance, and other support services.Provide regular feedback on how the mental health system is working (or not) for families, to informprogram improvement.EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or GED required; additional certification (Peer Specialist, etc.) is preferred and requiredwithin one year of employment.Must have experience as a family member, (parent, guardian, caregiver) of someone who has received mentalhealth services. Or a person in recovery that has experience and a passion for working with families.Strong listening and communication skillsAdvocacy and coaching abilityEmpathy and capacity to use personal experience in a professional settingValid driver’s license and access to a vehicleFlexible, team-orientedBilingual / multicultural experience is often preferredCOMPETENCIESStrengths-based, trauma-informed, family-centered approachCultural competenceRecovery-oriented and empowerment focusedProfessionalism combined with authenticity (using lived experience appropriately)Confidentiality and ethical advocacy