Winnebago Parent Mentor

Are you passionate about helping at-risk families achieve their greatest potential? Do you want to make a real difference in your community? Join our team with Professional Services Group!

PSG is a community-based social services organization seeking compassionate and dedicated professionals for the Parent Mentor role within the Winnebago Parent Support Program (PSP).

JOB SUMMARY:

PSP programming provides intensive parenting education and support to parents in building safe and effective parenting strategies, with a focus on enhancing the parent-child relationship. As the Parent Mentor, you will provide in-home services to parents and families and support family goals related to: parenting skills, behavior modification techniques, anger and stress management, basic life skills, and family budgeting skills.

Apply today to join our team!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE PARENT MENTOR:

• Create, implement, and review family treatment plans.
• Mentor families in accordance with their treatment plans.
• Provide parenting education, support, and advocacy through individual, family, and group work.
• Conduct regular home visits with families.
• Attend client court proceedings and provide updates on treatment progress, as required.
• Organize and facilitate structured group, individual and/or family activities.
• Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.
• Safely transport clients as needed.

LOCATION: Oshkosh, WI. Local travel is required throughout Winnebago County and surrounding areas to meet clients within the home or other community spaces. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

SCHEDULE: Full-time 40 hours per week. Two evening shifts per week are required. Two schedules are available: Monday-Friday or Sunday-Thursday.

WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Competitive benefits package, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short-term disability; 401k and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• One of our health insurance plans is now offered with no monthly premium!

SALARY: Based upon schedule:

Monday-Friday schedule: $20.00 per hour

Sunday-Thursday schedule: $21.00 per hour

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related.
• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.