Family Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


West Tisbury, Massachusetts, United States Youth Villages Full time

Position Overview

The Family Support Specialist is responsible for providing essential support to families in need. This role involves managing a small caseload of 4-6 families, ensuring personalized attention and care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct family sessions three times a week, accommodating the schedules of the families.
  • Participate in three supervision meetings weekly to discuss progress and strategies.
  • Utilize web-based documentation tools, including voice recognition technology, to maintain accurate records.
  • Provide on-call support to families during weekdays and weekends on a rotating basis.
  • Travel up to 60-80 miles to conduct home visits, offering services in diverse community settings.
  • Deliver counseling services directly in the homes of families, adapting to various environments.

Compensation and Benefits

Youth Villages New England offers a competitive salary along with professional development opportunities and an additional stipend for on-call duties. The salary is set at $85,000 per year, commensurate with education and clinical licensure.

Work Schedule

The work schedule is flexible and designed around the availability of the youth and families served. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, a personal vehicle for work-related travel, and appropriate auto insurance. Mileage reimbursement is provided for community-based staff.

Qualifications

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

  • A Master's degree in a relevant social services field is preferred, along with one year of experience working with youth or families.
  • A Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline is required, with two years of experience in a similar role.
  • Acceptable degrees include social work, counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy. Other degrees will be evaluated for qualification.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and maintain a flexible schedule.
  • Basic computer proficiency is necessary.

Additional Benefits

Employees are entitled to a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage, and Vision
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Two weeks of paid vacation
  • Twelve paid sick days annually
  • Eleven paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Mileage and Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
  • Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
  • Opportunities for growth and development through continuous training
  • Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities


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