Family Specialist in Fresno, California at Parent Cooperative Community

Parent Cooperative Community (PCC)
Location: Fresno | Chowchilla - Fresno County and Madera County
Type: Full-Time, M-F | Salaried, $70,500 yearly | Benefits Eligible

Schedule: Morning/evening flexible schedule based on client needs. Occasional weekends required.

About the Role

Parent Cooperative Community (PCC) is seeking an experienced Family Specialist to join our Wraparound Program serving families in the Fresno and Chowchilla area.

This is an advanced direct-service position for someone with strong knowledge of Wraparound and understands that meaningful change happens through relationship building, trust, and consistent family-centered support. The Family Specialist works alongside children, youth, and parents to strengthen family connections, build caregiver confidence, and help implement strategies that support long-term stability.

Our approach is grounded in the CA Wraparound Standards and the Ten Wraparound Principles, with services delivered through Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). The ideal candidate brings experience working with complex family needs, an understanding of trauma and attachment, and the ability to remain engaged and solution-focused during challenging situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish authentic, strengths-based relationships with children, youth, caregivers, and the broader family system.
• Support family voice, choice, and participation throughout the Wraparound process.
• Apply trauma-informed and attachment-focused approaches.
• Coach caregivers in understanding and responding to challenging youth behaviors.
• Support crisis prevention, de-escalation, and individualized family strategies.
• Identify and strengthen natural supports and positive connections within school and communities.
• Collaborate with the Child and Family Team (CFT), assigned Wraparound Clinician, and other service providers.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation and participate in CFT meetings, case conferences, training, and quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Psychology, child development, social work, or related field preferred: equivalent experience considered.
• 4+ years of experience working with children, youth, and families, preferably in Wraparound or behavioral health.
• Experience working with or navigating child-serving systems, child welfare, juvenile probation, behavioral health or other related fields.
• Understanding trauma-informed care, attachment-focused practice, and family-centered support.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, organization, and caregiver coaching skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations.

Preferred Experience

• Experience building supportive mentorship with adolescent boys and youth navigating behavioral health challenges, regulation difficulties, or other complex needs.
• Knowledge of wraparound principles, adoption competency, TBRI, and the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).

Work Environment/ Schedule

This is a field-based position serving families in their homes, schools, and communities. The schedule is Monday-Friday, with flexibility for late-afternoon and evening appointments based on family needs. Occasional weekend work may be required for training or event participation.

Local travel is required: This position involves driving between client homes, schools, and community locations, with occasional support request of transporting youth as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Salaried position with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• PTO and sick leave
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee perks program

Join PCC

If you are an experienced in supporting youth and families with complex needs, value relationship-centered work, and are committed to helping caregivers build confidence and lasting connections, we encourage you to apply.