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Family Intervention Specialist

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Dayton, OH


  • Details

    Job Type:Full Time
    Education:4-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:Entry level
    Salary:USD $50,000 - $58,000 / year

    Description

    Who is Youth Villages?

    Company Overview

    Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. 

    If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

    Responsibilities

    Program Overview

    Our Intercept program serves a broad population of youth, including those involved with multiple child-serving systems and those at high risk of removal from their families. The program specializes in diverting youth from out of home placements by helping their families safely maintain youth in their home environment. This position is responsible for providing intensive home-based therapy to families.

    Position Overview

    • Carry small caseload of 4-6 families
    • Hold family sessions with each family 3 times a week scheduled at the convenience of the families
    • 3 supervision meetings a week
    • Web-based documentation (voice recognition technology in most locations)
    • Provide on-call availability to families during the week, one weekend each month
    • Drive up to 60-80 miles to meet with families in the home
    • Counselors provide treatment in individual families' homes in a wide array of settings and communities

    Additional Information

    Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served.

    Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance.

    Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage

    Qualifications

    How can I be considered for the position?

    You can be considered for this position if you meet the following qualifications:

    A Master’s degree in social services field is preferred

    A Bachelor's degree in social services field is required

    Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy. Other degrees will have to be evaluated further to determine if they meet the qualifications.

    Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position; clinical experience is preferred

    Willingness/desire to maintain an untraditional schedule

    Strong writing skills and experience with electronic documentation

    Acceptable driving record - Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months

    Benefits

    Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision

    401(k)

    2 weeks paid vacation

    12 paid sick days per year

    11 paid holidays

    Paid Parental Leave

    Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

    Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision

    Growth & development through continuous training

    Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities

    Salary Range

    $50,000-$58,000/ year based on education and clinical license

    Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

     

    Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.

    Who is Youth Villages?

    Company Overview

    Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. 

    If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

    Responsibilities

    Program Overview

    Our Intercept program serves a broad population of youth, including those involved with multiple child-serving systems and those at high risk of removal from their families. The program specializes in diverting youth from out of home placements by helping…

    Location

    On-site
    Dayton, OH, USA

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