Youth Specialist

2 weeks ago

Columbia, United States Burrell Behavioral Health Full time

Job Description: Job Title: Youth SpecialistLocation: Columbia, MODepartment: Youth ServicesEmployment Type: Full-time Job Summary:Join our passionate team and make a meaningful impact on youth and young adults, especially those in foster care. As a Youth Specialist, you'll support their journey towards independent living, employment, and personal growth. You will provide services and financial assistance to current and former foster youth, conducting activities based on their individualized plans. Columbia, Missouri, offers a vibrant blend of natural beauty, a thriving university campus, and a diverse range of restaurants and entertainment. The Youth Specialist position offers…• All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more• Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost• Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement Key Responsibilities:• Treat all youth, referral sources, stakeholders, and team members with dignity and respect• Collaborate with Family Support Teams to create and update service plans using SNAP principles• Assist youth in overcoming obstacles to independent living, employment, education, and social connections• Facilitate the development of individualized service plans and contribute to the Individualized Action Plan (IAP)• Establish supportive relationships with assigned youth and provide active services tied to their goals• Develop strategies, lessons, and curriculum to facilitate youth in achieving their goals• Serve as a community resource specialist, providing information on available resources• Facilitate mentoring opportunities and permanent connections with adults in the community• Provide assistance with employment and financial information training (budgeting, saving, bill paying, etc.)• Transport youth as needed to achieve their goals• Solicit in-kind services and donations to support youth in reaching their goals• Chaperone and facilitate meetings for State and Local Youth Advisory Boards• Complete data entry, visit logs, progress reporting, and other documentation as required• Advocate for youth with their support teams, community, employers, and other stakeholders• Promote the organization and services through community events, collaboration, and public speaking Education and/or Experience Qualifications:• High school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate's or bachelor's degree in an applicable field is preferred• Experience in foster care, education, employment services, case management, or social services is preferred Additional Qualifications:• Strong customer service skills• Computer proficiency (Word, Excel, internet platforms)• Effective verbal and written communication skills• Understanding of supporting youth with barriers to employment and independent living Employment Requirements:• Current driver's license and current auto insurance We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors. Supported Living and Employment Services is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. About Brightli Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), and Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO). While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come. Brightli Snapshot 200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees

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