Provides direct supervision and care for children in a residential substance use treatment program while guiding parents in behavioral interventions and life skills. Facilitates Child and Family Team meetings and coordinates community services to support family stability and progress.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and experience with mental health or substance use recovery. Must possess a valid driver's license, pass background checks, and obtain Peer Support Specialist certification within six months.
high schoolDocumentationCPRBehavioral interventionsFirst aidCrisis interventionMotivational interviewingAdministrative supportCase managementTrauma-informed careChild supervisionSubstance use disorder treatmentParenting supportCollaborative problem solvingCommunity linkageLife-skills development
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
Upper
Lake,
CA 95485Position
Type:
Full
TimeEducation
Level:
High
School/GEDSalary
Range: $20.77 - $24.57
HourlyTravel
Percentage:
Personal
Vehicle
UseJob
Shift:
DayJob
Category:
Nonprofit -
Social
ServicesJob
Title:
Family
Development
Specialist
Department:
Substance
Use
Disorder
Treatment
Residential
Program
Location:
Upper
Lake,
CA
Status:
One (1)
Full-Time,
Non-Exempt
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: $20.77 per hour before certification/$24.57 per hour after certification /
Additional
Differentials
Must
Qualify
Open
Date:
December 16, 2025
Close
Date: Open Until Filled Pay
Differentials
Offered (must qualify through testing or verification):
Language
Translation -
Bi-cultural
Spanish: $1.00 per hour
Bimodal
Bilingualism -
ASL
Sign
Language: $1.00 per hour
Bimodal
Multilingualism -
ASL
Sign
Language: $2.00 per hour
Overview: Provides direct supervision and care for children ages 0–12 whose parents are enrolled in the Tule House Residential Treatment program. Offers hands-on guidance and support to parents in selecting developmentally appropriate activities and implementing effective, age-appropriate behavioral interventions. Facilitates Child and Family Team meetings to ensure children’s needs are identified and addressed while parents are actively engaged in residential substance use treatment services.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Key
Responsibilities: Facilitate and co-facilitate age-appropriate, engaging groups for parents and children in a daycare-like setting within the residential home environment. Provide education and guidance related to nutrition, safety, and household budgeting. Maintain a healthy, safe, and supportive environment for all residents while modeling positive parenting practices and respectful interactions. Plan, budget, and lead therapeutic and educational activities with approval from the Program Supervisor. Support families with activities and services, including community linkage, transportation coordination, visitation, activities of daily living, education, and life-skills development. Complete parenting plans, facilitate monthly Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings, and develop individualized Plans of Care. Provide referrals and warm handoffs to internal and external service providers to support participant progress. Teach functional skills and healthy behaviors that support long-term stability and address factors contributing to entry into substance use residential treatment. Implement and monitor interventions across treatment settings, including in-home and community-based services. Provide crisis intervention and counseling support to participants as needed. Mentor and provide guidance to mothers regarding healthy lifestyles, personal habits, and effective parenting strategies. Collaborate with and support Treatment Support Staff in the completion of assigned duties.
Administrative
Responsibilities: Monitor Outlook 365 and read/respond to agency emails at least once every 24 hours while on shift. Complete required documentation and serve as the primary note-taker as assigned. Assist with administrative tasks as needed, including copying, filing, and other office-related errands. QualificationsQualifications to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent degree Must have experience with the process of recovery from a mental illness or substance use disorder, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent, caregiver or family member of a consumer. Must pass the 80-hour training requirements within 6-months of employment for a Peer Support Specialist through CalMHSA-approved training entity. Funding is available to support certification completion. https://www.calmhsa.org/peer-certification/ Conditions of Employment
May work across all agency programs as needed. Occasional flexible work schedule required to meet individual client needs. Must possess a valid CA Driver’s License and have 2 years of driving experience, current auto insurance, and a clean DMV printout (no more than 3 points). Must pass a clear background check with DOJ, CACI, FBI, CCL. CPR and First Aid Certified. TB Exam and Physical at the time of employment. Driving Requirement: Driving is a required function of this position. Employees must use a personal vehicle that meet all agency requirements, including maintaining liability insurance that meets or exceeds state requirements. Employees are responsible for ensuring the timely renewal of their vehicle insurance policies and providing updated documentation to the agency to remain in good standing and compliant with position requirements. Training Provided: Comprehensive onboarding including CPR/First Aid, Crisis Communication/Pro-ACT, Trauma-Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, and Collaborative Problem Solving.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package available. To Apply: Please visit our website at Redwood Community Services to apply or learn more about our values and services. Redwood Community Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.
