Family Partner

Facilitates parent involvement and leadership, and advocates for/with families, as needed. 

Supports families in their development of life skills and self-advocacy through establishing trusting relationships with families involved with the program. 

Responsible for participating, facilitating, and coordinating program activities, workshops, and groups for community participants.  

Respond to inquiries about program services, conduct program outreach and recruitment including attending community meetings and giving presentations Recruitment efforts may also include community outreach such as setting up tables of information, and/or going door-to-door. 

Provides support with marketing/advertising materials such as creation of calendars, fliers, and other communications to the community. 

Incorporates and implements Principles of Family Support Practice and the Protective Factors into all aspects of their work 

Increases the family’s ability to problem-solve and advocate for themselves and their children  

Establishes a trusting relationship with the families  

Conducts home visits as necessary 

Maintain electronic and paper records to document participants’ progress in accordance with program standards and outcome measures.  

Maintains participant information in keeping with agency’s confidentiality guidelines. 

Assist with other projects as needed  

Participate actively and represent PRAB in community life within Central New Jersey, including community events, neighborhood and community groups, advocacy efforts, policy-oriented forums, PRAB partnerships and collaborations, government agencies, and private institutions 

Conduct, attend, and participate in internal meetings to maintain and improve professional competence 

Work diplomatically to solve problems within the organization 

Maintain professional appearance and behavior 

Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports (both internal and external) 

Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Family Services 

Associate’s Degree with 2 years of experience in social services. preferably in work related to children and families, or

60 college credit hours and 2 years of experience in social services. preferably in work related to children and families

Bachelor’s Degree or 120 credits from and accredited institution in Social Work, Psychology or related field preferred

Documented related work experience may be substituted for academic requirements year by year 

Valid NJ Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record 

Bilingual English/Spanish  

Fully committed to PRAB’s vision, mission, and strategic goals and outcomes 

Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills 

Ability to work collaboratively with a fast paced, highly interactive staff 

Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing 

Proven ability to work effectively in a team setting 

Proven ability to work well with diverse groups 

Proven ability to establish good rapport with families 

Proven ability to solve problems, resolve conflicts, and  

Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively under pressure 

Proven ability to meet strict deadlines within time constraints, with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness 

Proven ability to work flexible hours and travel for training if necessary 

Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications 

Knowledge of Middlesex County community, resources, and needs. 

Demonstrated consistent and reliable attendance and punctuality 

Demonstrated maturity, integrity, and sound judgment 

Regularly stand, sit, and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell 

Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds 

Generally works in an office environment but may occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting. 

This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position 

Salary is based on an pre-established range and is commensurate with experience 

Includes evening and some weekend work hours 

Benefits are generous, including paid employee health and dental insurance (some employee contribution required); voluntary vision and retirement plans are also available 

Paid time off includes vacation, sick, and personal days, and holidays