Family Partner - Temporary Role

Job Description

Job Description

*This is a temporary position*

Title Code: 20COM019

Role Title: Family Partner

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Union Status: None

Job Level: 20

Department: 21 – Community Services

Pay Range: $20.43 to $27.64 per hour

Reports To: FRC Program Director

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Revision Date: 7/28/2025

About Making Opportunity Count

MOC’s mission is to empower families to achieve economic security by eliminating barriers and creating opportunities. To alleviate poverty, we deliver a variety of services including childcare, education, workforce development, nutrition, health, and community and housing support.

Position Overview:

The Family Partner works in conjunction with the FRC Clinician to complete Child Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessments (Fast CANS), and to help develop the Family Support Plan for Family Members experiencing Child Requiring Assistance (CRA) related issues. The Family Partner oversees the implementation of the Family Support Plan with support from other FRC Staff. The Family Partner may work with all Family Members who are involved with the FRC; however, Family Members experiencing CRA-related issues are prioritized for services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess the needs and strengths of families requesting support
• Engage and support families using a strength-based approach
• Assist the Clinician and Family Members in identifying strengths and needs for the CANS Assessments
• Asist Family Members in the development of a Family Support Plan
• Co-facilitate (with the Clinician) evidence-based programs and support groups (The Parenting Journey, Active Parenting, and the Parent Café)
• Identify community resources and build collaborative relationships with community agencies.
• Engage parents in leadership development activities and the development of mutual support networks
• Participate in team meetings

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• The ability to work with diverse populations in a community-based setting using a family-center, strength-based approach
• The ability to work some evenings and weekends
• High School or GED equivalent with at least three years’ experience in a similar setting
• Strong written and verbal communications skills (bilingual Spanish a plus)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Valid MA Driver’s License and reliable vehicle

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lifting up to 20 lbs
• Ability to sit as a desk and use a computer and telephone

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Compensation:

A salary within the range of $20.43 to $27.64 per hour will be provided to the successful candidate having met the minimum requirements for the position consistent with the MOC compensation philosophy. The candidate’s exact placement will be determined based on factors consistent with MOC’s compensation framework. MOC offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 15 Paid Vacation Days
• 12 Paid Sick Days
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Hybrid Work Opportunities
• Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance
• Tuition Remission
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development Opportunities
• On-Demand early pay access
• Immediate 403b Employer Contribution, 100% Vesting on Day One!

EEO Statement:

Making Opportunity Count is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.