Family Partner | Bilingual English to Spanish or Portuguese | Fitchburg
Gandara CenterFitchburg, Massachusetts, United States • Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States
Posted August 14, 2025
45000 - 49000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Founded in 1977, the Gándara Center is a leading provider of culturally competent behavioral health services in Massachusetts, serving over 11,000 individuals annually across more than 40 locations. The organization specializes in mental health, addiction recovery, substance abuse treatment, and preventive education tailored to Hispanic, African American, and other diverse communities. Its mission centers on empowerment, innovation, and community partnership, ensuring clients are actively involved in decisions that shape their well‑being. Gándara’s evidence‑based programs and strong regional collaborations foster safer, healthier communities while upholding civil and human rights. Employees thrive in a culture that values diversity, dignity, and continuous improvement.
Job Description
The Family Partner works as part of a team directly with families who are receiving clinical services. Family Partners have lived experience because they were or still are a caregiver for a child with special needs, preferably mental health needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or HISET
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with children/adolescents/transitioning youth
- Experience as a caregiver of youth with special needs, and preferably a youth with mental health issues
- Experience in navigating any of the child and family-serving systems
Benefits
- Retirement Plan 403(b)
- Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
- Paid vacations
- Paid holidays
- 8 discretionary days
- Mileage Reimbursement