About the role

  • Parent Partner Coordinator overseeing a program that supports families and empowers Parent Partners in child welfare. Managing daily operations and mentorship within the Parent Partner Program.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the Parent Partner program that uplifts families and empowers Parent Partners
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the Parent Partner Program in collaboration with the Statewide Director, Operations Coordinator, and HHS
  • Implement the Parent Partner Initiative in accordance with the Iowa Parent Partner Approach
  • Recruit, retain, and support a team of Parent Partners across your service area
  • Assign referrals and provide monthly one-on-one support and coaching to Parent Partners
  • Ensure compliance with all referral, documentation, and reporting processes
  • Schedule and facilitate monthly clinical support meetings for the Parent Partner team
  • Monitor completion of tasks using standardized checklists and calendars
  • Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for Parent Partners
  • Collaborate with HHS and attend required meetings, trainings, and local/statewide events

Requirements

  • High school diploma and at least five years of full-time child welfare or human services experience required
  • Associate’s degree with four years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field with two years’ experience is preferred
  • Experience providing leadership or a willingness to be trained in staff oversight
  • Obtain the Iowa Parent Partner Coordinator Certification (required within six months of hire)
  • Strong writing skills; experience with court reports and testimony preferred
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record
  • Basic math, computer, and data entry proficiency
  • Physically able to lift/move up to 50 lbs occasionally and perform in-home/community visits as needed

Benefits

  • Vacation and Sick Time
  • 8 paid holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company match
  • Company provided life insurance, with optional voluntary life insurance
  • STD and LTD
  • EAP
  • Employee Referral Program

Job title

Parent Partner Coordinator

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

Location requirements

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