Job Description

Job Summary:  

At CHC, we believe in the promise and potential of every child,  teen and young adult. Our mission is to remove barriers to learning, helping children and teens become resilient,  happy and successful at home, at school, and in life. We specialize in ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety & Depression and Autism.   

Our Ravenswood program  focuses   on   supporting  families  experience  who are overcoming  trauma, adversity, and cultural stressors.  

This position is an ideal fit for a candidate who is passionate about providing community-based mental health/wellness services to historically underresourced communities. This position is a strong match for someone who desires to incorporate social justice and prevention work into the delivery of wellness services. The individual has experience and the ability to collaborate effectively with mental health professionals in service of their coaching responsibilities. In addition, a successful candidate is passionate about providing services to populations that are primarily bilingual and bicultural.

The Parent Wellness Coach plays a critical role in supporting the connection between families, schools, and the community. This position is responsible for  communication that empowers caregivers, improves family engagement, and supports positive student outcomes.

The Parent Wellness Coach partners closely with parents, school staff, and community providers to ensure families feel supported, informed, and connected. Through   coaching,  program  delivery and relationship   building, the coach helps parents navigate challenges related to their child’s education, health, and overall family wellbeing.  

This role requires a self - starter who is  self-motivated  and thrives  working in evolving  environments and serving as a trusted bridge between school systems and families.

This is a Fixed Term – 4-year contract.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   

• Parent Coaching & Family Support  

• • Provide  individual (1:1) and group - based wellness coaching to parents and caregivers using a strength - based, culturally responsive approach.  

• • Co   c r eate individualized  Parent Growth Plans aligned with family goals and student learning plans , inclusive of parent strategies  appropriate at   different stages of child development .  

• • Support parents in navigating challenges related to education, mental health, housing, employment, childcare, healthcare, and family stability.  

• • Respond to family crises with empathy and  appropriate resource connection, helping mitigate impact  year-round .  

• School–Family Partnership  

• • Serve as a  key liaison between  families,  schools and community resources , fostering strong, trusting relationships with parents, educators, and school staff.  

• • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, clinicians, and other stakeholders to support family engagement and student success.  

• • Help align parent goals with student academic,  social   emotional, and behavioral goals.  

• Outreach & Community Engagement  

• • Recruit parents and families into programming through school partnerships, community outreach, presentations, and relationship   building.  

• • Develop and  maintain strong partnerships with community organizations and service providers.  

• • Connect families to  appropriate internal and external resources.  

• Documentation & Collaboration  

• • Maintain thorough,  timely , and organized documentation of coaching sessions, outreach efforts, and participant progress.  

• • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate across departments to ensure coordinated care.  

• • Provide regular feedback to leadership  regarding parent needs, program strengths, and opportunities for improvement.  

• • Perform other related duties as assigned.  

Education & Qualifications:  

Required:   

• High School Diploma  

• Bilingual in  English and Spanish  

• Minimum of 3  years of direct service experience supporting parents and families who have experienced trauma and/or crisis (e.g., housing instability, domestic violence, financial stress) 

• K nowledge of  community-based resources available to families  

Preferred  

• Bachelor’s degree  

• Certified Wellness Coach or similar coaching credential  

• Background in social work, public health, education, psychology, community development, or related fields  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  

• Strong relationship   builder who  establishes trust with parents, school staff, and community partners  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable facilitating groups and presenting publicly  

• Ability to coach and advocate in a  compassionate, nonjudgmental, and  strength-based manner  

• High level of cultural humility and ability to work with families from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences  

• Adaptable and collaborative team player. Flexible  adapting to a changing program structure.  

• Strong organizational and time   management skills with the ability to balance coaching, documentation, and program development  

• Effective problem   solver who  remains calm and resourceful in moments of tension or crisis  

• Self-motivated , reflective, and eager to learn in dynamic environments  

• Amenable to  working evenings and weekends based on family and  programming needs  

• Strong alignment with the mission and values of Children’s Health Council  

Physical & Special Requirements :  

• Ability to travel to school and community sites independently  

• Ability to sit, stand, and  facilitate groups for extended periods  

• Ability to use standard office and virtual communication tools  

• Ability to  lift up to 25 pounds  

Contact with Others:    

• Frequent interaction with parents, caregivers, school staff, clinicians, and community partners  

Equal Opportunity Employer:  

CHC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to:  recruiting@chconline.org .  

Job Tags

Full time, Fixed term contract, Work at office, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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