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Job Title:

Family Resource Advocate (Resource Specialist)

Division/Program:

Adult Full Service Partnership

Starting Compensation:

22.00 - 28.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Community-based in Fresno County

Working Hours/Shift:

Monday–Friday, flexible hours based on client availability; typically within regular business hours (8:00 AM–5:00 PM)

Why Join Our Team? 

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities:
  • On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
  • Career development programs designed to help you grow.
  • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG: 

• Associate degree in a social service field plus two (2) years of experience working in a mental/behavioral health field required (Internship may be substituted for a portion of the work experience)

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in a social science field plus six (6) months of experience preferred. (Internship may be substituted for a portion of the work experience)

• Valid California Driver’s License required.

How you will make a difference: 

• Conduct a housing screening on all participants involved in the FSP Program.
• Develop an intervention strategy based on the needs of the client.
• Incorporates the Transition to Independence Process (TIP) into services.
• Advises Peer Specialist/Family Advocate, Mental Health Specialists, and Personal Service Coordinators on housing and resource options for families and participants.
• Collaborates with program staff to ensure housing, education/employment, and resource needs are met.
• Attends Team meetings, as needed.
• Documents all services provided clearly and concisely within the Electronic Health Record within the timelines and framework established by Central Star.
• Coordinates community contacts for events and services to be brought into the program. Develops and maintains a list of available resources accessible to all team members and families.
• Participates in all outreach functions, community meetings, and family meetings as assigned.
• Intervenes with the client in an emergency crisis to provide support and assistance in problem resolution.

Division/Program Overview:

• Outpatient community-based program
• Serves clients (ages 18 plus)
• Housing, Education, and Vocational Support
• Individual and family Counseling
• Medication management and support services

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information:

[email protected]

In accordance with California law, the grade for this position is 20.20 - 30.30. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience, internal equity, and other factors permitted by law.