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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted behavioral health roles in Santa Clarita, California rates. This role sits in the 50th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about level with the Santa Clarita, California median for behavioral health roles.
The Parent Partner assists families in navigating mental health services by providing field-based support, case management, and resource linkage. They work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure clients receive culturally sensitive care and maintain functional daily living skills.
At Child & Family Center, we’re committed to creating a welcoming workplace where a wide range of perspectives and life experiences are valued. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Child & Family Center received the following awards
Child & Family Center scored the highest level (“very good to great”) in our annual report card for The National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) in Health and Health Care.
Awarded the Joint Commission Reaccreditation. The Joint Commission is the nation's oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care.
Awarded the 2026 Silver Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health. The Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health is the nation’s leading recognition for U.S. employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces.
Salary Range: (final salary offer is based on a number of factors, such as certifications, experience, and more):
Agency paid Employee Life Insurance & Employee Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Voluntary Employee and Family Life Insurance, and Family Accidental Death and Dismemberment
401(k) available with discretionary Agency match
Professional development opportunities and reimbursement
Employee Wellness Program
Mentorship Program
Pet Insurance
Minimum Qualifications
GED or High School Diploma required.
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$24 - $27/hr
Location
Santa Clarita, California
Posted
Aug 3, 2026
Application
Employer website
Experience as a parent or care-providing family member of a consumer of mental health services, DCFS, or Department of Probation services.
Spanish fluency required to meet the needs of our clients.
Parent Partner Certification preferred.
Must possess a valid California driver's license and maintain an insurable driving record under the Clinics' liability policy. May be required to obtain a Class II California driver’s license.
Must pass all applicable health, fingerprint/LiveScan and DMV clearances.
Job purpose
The Parent Partner will primarily ensure choice and ownership of intervention strategies by clients and families. The Parent Partner will assist clients/families with improving, maintaining or restoring everyday functional/daily living skills, and will assess for client’s case management needs. In addition, the Parent Partner will follow up with appropriate linkage, consult with team members, and provide needed referrals.
Essential job functions
1. Facilitate access to mental health programs and services for clients and families.
a. Assess and identify needs.
b. Assist with completing applications or other documents.
c. Reduce language barriers by providing culturally sensitive care and using translation services when necessary.
d. Provide education and referrals as needed.
2. Provide field-based and trauma informed support services to clients/families.
3. Facilitate access for housing.
4. Work as part of dedicated multidisciplinary team to provide services.
5. Be on-call by phone 24/7.
6. Attend all required meetings, supervision, and case reviews as assigned.
7. Meet Agency service time and documentation requirements.
8. Performs all other duties as assigned.
9. Must be able to provide all services in the field including client homes, schools or other locations.
Work schedule: (subject to change based on Center’s needs)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work-Week: Sunday – Saturday
Actual work schedule as agreed with Direct Supervisor and based on business/program needs.
Supervisory requirements
None.
Physical requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:
Walk
Use hands and fingers
Handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear
Stand and sit
Reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or possibly crawl
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Child & Family Center uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
Market context
California behavioral health roles stay in steady demand
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
