Parent Support Specialist - CF033

Title: Parent Support Specialist

Location: Child & Family - 620 NE 2nd St., Gresham, OR 97030 

Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Wage Range: $23.00 – $28.50 hourly, non-exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Parent Support Specialist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.  

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Parent Support Specialist is responsible for completing parenting assessments, working in full partnership with Parenting Program Coordinator and other team members to develop a parenting plan, implementing the plan, and maintaining regular communication with DHS and other community partners, attending Family Decision Meetings and other meetings as able. Responsible for providing primarily in-home and community-based services in conjunction with contracts between DHS and NARA Northwest.

What you will do:

• Complete and/or review the Parenting Assessment of each parent/relative who is referred for Parenting and Relative Support Services.
• Effectively incorporates strengths as interventions into plans of care.
• Provide role modeling, skill building, and specific interventions to create positive change and increase stability in placement.
• May be required to facilitate and/or co-facilitate parenting groups.
• Incorporates individual family beliefs and traditions into assessments and plans.
• Ensures that parent/relative involvement is maintained throughout the service period.
• Consistently delivers strength-based, family-driven services.
• Reviews information and data with team members for inclusion in planning and decision-making.
• Transport children to visitation groups and other approved appointments.
• Uses resources and available flex funding to assure that services are based specifically on the needs of the child(ren) and parent(s).

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Either High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in human services field.
• Current driver’s license with a clean driving record, proof of auto insurance, and access to reliable transportation.
• Demonstrated skill in team building or facilitation.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient computer skills including familiarity w/Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Outlook.
• Must demonstrates a commitment to exceptional customer service, support organization values and exude professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor, assure confidentiality and work collaboratively with other NARA staff and team members.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients, the community, and other staff members.
• Reliable transportation, current driver’s license with a clean driving record, and proof of auto insurance
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

What’s in it for you?

14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25^th!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. 

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
3. Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.

Salary : $23 - $29