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2 months ago
Overview
About Youth Villages
Youth Villages is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting youth and families in need. Our dedicated team of 2,900 professionals operates across 11 states and the District of Columbia, striving to enhance child welfare and juvenile justice throughout the nation. We specialize in providing a range of counseling and treatment services for youth facing significant emotional and behavioral challenges. Remarkably, eighty-four percent of participants who complete our programs demonstrate substantial improvements in their lives post-treatment, with many successfully reintegrating into their homes and educational environments without further legal issues.
We believe in investing in our employees as a fundamental principle. We offer numerous opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of at-risk youth and their families.
Key Responsibilities
Position Overview: Family Intervention Specialists are vital in recognizing and addressing personal and relational challenges within families. They provide individual and family counseling, along with case management services, focusing primarily on the family unit while considering various external influences such as educational settings, peer interactions, community involvement, and individual requirements.
- Delivering in-home counseling services for at-risk youth and their families
- Managing a small caseload of four to six families to ensure high-quality counseling
- Conducting regular meetings with youth and families to address their unique needs
- Providing after-hours support by being on-call for assigned caseloads during weekdays and rotating weekends
- Collaborating with youth, family members, educators, and community partners to promote youth success, which may include attending court sessions or meetings with educators based on family needs
- Employing a strengths-based approach that integrates counseling and social work techniques
- Participating in three weekly meetings focused on professional development and skill enhancement
Additional Information
- The work schedule is flexible and tailored to the availability of the youth and families served
- Applicants must have a valid driver's license, a personal vehicle for work, and auto insurance
- Community-based staff will receive mileage reimbursement where applicable
Compensation
$53,000 annually, contingent upon educational background and clinical licensure
Qualifications
Requirements
Master's degree in a social services field (preferred)
Bachelor's degree in a social services field (required)
Direct casework experience (required)
Eligibility for DMH credentials (preferred)
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage, and Vision
401(k) plan
Two weeks of paid vacation
Twelve paid sick days annually
Eleven paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement when applicable
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
Ongoing training for professional growth
Opportunities for clinical and administrative career advancement
