Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a Family Support Partner who will support technology-dependent children and their families. The Family Support Partner will provide intensive levels of peer support, information, and teaching to the parents/caregivers to help strengthen their natural support system. The Family Support Partner will support positive outcomes for the youth and family. **Responsibilities:** + Assist the family in linking to natural and community supports + Assist with crisis stabilization when needed + Attend all mandatory trainings and become a credentialed Family Support Partner within one year. + Other non-essential duties as specified by the immediate supervisor + Provide direct support, information, and teaching to the parents/caregivers as needed + Seek coaching, supervision and professional input regularly and when needed + Work closely with other team members to assure a coordinated approach + Work with and help youth and families to learn skills, achieve their vision, and to become self sufficient + Work with youth and families to create and maintain an environment conducive with wellness & recovery + High School diploma or equivalent required + Bachelor's degree preferred. + Experience raising or working with a technology dependent child (ie; home vent, etc) preferred. + Knowledge of youth and family mental health and substance use resources and service systems preferred but not required within Allegheny and surrounding Counties. + Team Player- ability to work with a diverse group of youth, families, clinical and professional staff, and other key stakeholders. + Ability to engage parents/caregivers raising a child with mental health and/or substance use disorders, to identify family strengths without being judgmental, and to integrate these strengths throughout the provision of services. + Willingness to share personal story and experiences as appropriate. + Ability to model effective behaviors and appropriate skills. + Have a good sense of humor, a common-sense approach, be compassionate, flexible, creative, and a good listener. + Strong verbal and written communication skills. + Willing and eager to learn, and to be videotaped for credentialing and training purposes. + Excellent documentation skills. Excellent time management and organizational skills. + Flexible in adapting the weekly schedule to meet the needs of the youth, families and team. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** + Driver's License + Act 31 Clearance with renewal + Act 33 Clearance with renewal + Act 34 Clearance with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**