family resource specialist

CHILDREN'S TRUST

<p><b>POSITION SUMMARY</b></p><p>The Family Resource Specialist plays a key role in promoting the Healthy Families program and connecting families to vital community resources. This position focuses on community outreach, engagement, and recruitment of eligible families, while also supporting the Family Support Specialists and program operations.</p><p>The Family Resource Specialist will build and maintain relationships with referral sources, community partners, and local agencies to strengthen the program&rsquo;s presence and ensure families receive comprehensive support.</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><p>The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:</p><ul><li>Conduct ongoing outreach in the community to promote Healthy Families services and recruit new participants.</li><li>Establish and maintain partnerships with hospitals, health departments, schools, social service agencies, and community organizations.</li><li>Represent Healthy Families at community events, fairs, and resource meetings to increase program visibility.</li><li>Distribute educational and promotional materials in high-traffic community locations and through digital platforms.</li><li>Coordinate community presentations and information sessions to raise awareness about family support and child abuse prevention.</li><li>Receive referrals from hospitals, community partners, and self-referrals; complete eligibility screenings for new families.</li><li>Conduct initial home visits and assessments as needed to connect families to appropriate services.</li><li>Ensure smooth transitions of families to Family Support Specialists for ongoing home visitation.</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the program database.</li><li>Assist with data entry, report preparation, and maintenance of outreach and referral logs.</li><li>Support the coordination of community baby showers, resource fairs, and other special events.</li><li>Collaborate with team members to identify gaps in services and develop outreach strategies to address community needs.</li><li>Familiarize oneself with the dynamics of child abuse and neglect. Immediately within the same working day, bring concerns related to potential child abuse and neglect to the Program Supervisor as required by the role of a mandated reporter.</li><li>Meets with Program Supervisor weekly for 1.5 - 2 hours to review family status. Develop skills in sharing interactions, perceptions and needs with Program Supervisor.</li><li>Documents plans made in conjunction with Program Supervisor. Develops strategies to follow through with those plans with active guidance from Program Supervisor.</li><li>Participates in weekly staff meetings and regular trainings, case conferences, in-service training and other meetings as required and in a professional manner.</li><li>Meet all training requirements (as listed in the PIMS Database system).</li><li>Record pertinent information related to family observations, actions, and health behaviors. Documentactivities and interventions in a complete and concise manner no later than 48 hours after home visit and 24 hours after assessment.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li><li>Collect and maintain data for evaluation purposes.</li><li>Develop referral relationships with community service providers to collect and maintain data on available services, application processes, and timeframes for frequently used referral agencies.</li></ul><p><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)</b></p><ul><li>&bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Nursing, Social Work, or Child-Related Field Preferred.</li><li>&bull; Must be computer literate.</li><li>&bull; Strong interpersonal skills/ability to relate to people with respect for their individuality in a non-judgmental manner, and maintain confidentiality in daily operations.</li><li>&bull; Ability to work effectively with multi-disciplinary community professionals.</li><li>&bull; Knowledge of early child development.</li><li>&bull; Public relation skills and ability to speak to both large and small groups.</li><li>&bull; Task-oriented; behavior supports beginning and completing a project/task within a specific time frame.</li><li>&bull; Experience in working with culturally diverse communities and families with the ability to be culturally</li><li>sensitive and appropriate.</li><li>&bull; Experience in conducting group educational or support sessions.</li><li>&bull; Demonstrates excellent writing and organizational skills.</li><li>&bull; Ability to use word processing software to create professional reports.</li><li>&bull; Ability to establish and maintain personal/programmatic boundaries, while providing supportive services.</li><li>&bull; Highly organized, detailed-oriented and able to work in a fast pace environment.</li><li>&bull; Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English may be required.</li><li>&bull; Experience in working with or providing services to children and families</li><li>&bull; An ability to establish trusting relationships</li><li>&bull; Acceptance of individual differences</li><li>&bull; Experience and willingness to work with the culturally diverse populations present among the site&rsquo;s target population</li><li>&bull; Knowledge of infant and child development</li><li>&bull; Open to reflective practice (i.e. has capacity for introspection, communicates awareness of self in relation to others, recognizes value of supervision, etc.)</li><li>&bull; Infant mental health endorsement preferred (if available in the state)</li></ul><p><b>Formal Training and/or Work Experience</b></p><ul><li>Motivation to learn to conduct family assessments using strength based approach.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working with young children and their parents.</li></ul><ul><li>Motivation to learn community resources.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working with overburdened families.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience conducting meetings and public speaking.</li></ul><p><b>PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></p><p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.</p><p>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the function.</p><ul><li>Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.</li></ul><ul><li>Frequently required to sit; occasionally required to stand and walk.</li></ul><ul><li>Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.</li></ul><ul><li>Frequently required to talk or hear.</li></ul><ul><li>Occasionally required to bend, twist, or climb.</li></ul><ul><li>Moderate concentration/intensity, which includes prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for breaks.</li></ul><ul><li>Average memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information.</li></ul><ul><li>Moderate level of complexity for decision making. Average time pressure of decision making.</li></ul><ul><li>The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact, as generally defined as the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Work is performed in the home and in the office.</li></ul><ul><li>Home visits may expose the incumbent to unsanitary conditions.</li></ul><ul><li>Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office-related equipment, such as, but not limited to, a personal computer, copier, and fax machine.</li></ul><p>Some walking, moving, carrying, climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and handling, sitting, standing, pushing and pulling.</p><ul><li>Ability to lift 30 pounds.</li></ul><ul><li>Primarily field-based with travel to community locations and family homes.</li></ul><ul><li>Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for outreach events.</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to operate a motor vehicle and willing to use personal vehicle for work-related, reimbursable travel. Must possess a valid Virginia Driver&rsquo;s License.</li></ul><p><b>NOTE</b></p><p>This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an &ldquo;at will&rdquo; relationship.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $42,500.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>403(b)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Mileage reimbursement</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Family Resource Specialist

City of Virginia Beach

<div><div><div><div><div>Requisition ID:
</div><div><b>48828</b></div>
</div><div><div>Work Location:
</div><div><b>Human Services - Virginia Beach Blvd offices</b></div>
</div><div><div>Pay Range:
</div><div><b>G.25, $57,012.80 - $88,358.40</b></div>
</div><div><div>Starting Salary:
</div><div><b>Depending upon Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><div>Work Schedule:
</div><div><b>Monday - Friday 8am-5pm</b></div>
</div><div><div>Part Time Hours/Wk:
</div></div><div></div><div><div>Job Open Date:
</div><div><b>4/13/26</b></div>
</div><div><div>Application Deadline:
</div><div><b>4/26/26</b></div>
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</div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job Duties:</b></p>
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</div></div></div><div><p>Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking candidates for the position of Human Services <b>Family Services Specialist II</b> in the Resource Development Unit. This position is primarily responsible for providing the recruitment, preparation and assessment of families seeking to become licensed foster/resource parents with the agency.</p><p>
Representative Duties:</p><ul><li>
Partner with the Placement Resource Recruiter with planning, organizing, and participating in community outreach and marketing activities designed to promote fostering children that are in temporary<b> </b>custody of the VBDHS.</li><li>
Participate with scheduling and coordinating recruitment events in places such as church functions, PTA, malls, festivals, online etc.</li><li>
Answering incoming recruitment calls from the public.</li><li>
Document names and addresses on call log, send referral emails to applicants inviting them to initial information sessions.</li><li>
Schedule and complete in-home consultations with potential resource applicants prior to invitation to training class.</li><li>
Co-facilitate pre-training information sessions (orientation) and co- facilitate National Training and Development Curriculum (NTDC) for Foster and Adoptive Parents.</li><li>
Assess applicants throughout the training and write their Mutual Family Assessment.</li><li>
Assist with conducting Permanency Assessment Tools (PAT) assessments for potential kinship and fictive kinship foster parents.</li><li>
Assist with planning and implementing resource parent retention activities to include participation in in-service training.</li><li>
Assist in planning, scheduling and conducting retention activities to strengthen the relationships between resource parent providers and family services specialists.</li><li>
Facilitating communication with resource parents in offering supports needed for their successful transition into resource parenting.</li><li>
Provide documentation of conversations in OASIS and follow up with Resource Home Human Services Supervisor. Assist permanency Family Services Specialist as needed.</li><li>
Assist unit placement coordinator with placement of children entering foster care.</li><li>
Continue to support newly approved resource parents through weekly check-ins, offering additional training as needed.</li></ul><p></p><p>
The City offers a <b>generous benefits package</b> which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Paid Leave.</p><p>
A <b>$3,000 hiring bonus</b> is being offered for this position. Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original full-time employment or reemployment as defined in Human Resources Policy No. 5.0.</p><ul><li>
$500 will be awarded in the first paycheck.</li><li>
$1000 will be awarded upon completion of the six (6) month interim performance evaluation with an overall rating of &ldquo;Meets Expectations&rdquo;.</li><li>
$1,500 will be awarded upon completion of the employee&rsquo;s one (1) year probationary period and a performance evaluation with an overall rating of &ldquo;Meets Expectations&rdquo;.</li></ul>
</div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Official City Job Description:</b></p>
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https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Family-Services-Specialist-II-02308.pdf</p>
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</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Working Conditions:</b></p>
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https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.004207.1.pdf</p>
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</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Minimum Requirements:</b></p>
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MINIMUMS: Requires a Bachelors degree in a human services field (social work, counseling, gerontology, guidance and counseling, family and child development, psychology or sociology) and three (3) years of experience in a human services field; or possess a Bachelors degree in any field accompanied by a minimum of five (5) years of related experience in a human services area. Must have a current and valid drivers license.
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. For Child Services Wellbeing and Permanency Programs: Experience requirements must include two (2) years in Child Welfare.</p>
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</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Additional Requirements:</b><br>
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DMV Transcript: Required<br>
CDL: Not Required
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DOT History: Not Required
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CPS Check: Required<br>
Physical: Not Required
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Respirator: Not Required<br>
Polygraph Review: Not Required<br>
Psychological Screening: Not Required<br>
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Attachments Required: Resume</p>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Preferences:</b></p>
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BSW or Equivalent<br>
MSW or Equivalent<br>
Two (2) years or more Foster care or Child Welfare Experience<br>
Crisis Intervention Experience<br>
Human Services Case Documentation Experience<br>
Resource Parent Training Experience<br>
Mutual Family Assessment Writing Experience</p>
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</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Special Instructions:</b></p>
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</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.</li>
<li>Your responses to any &quot;Supplemental Questions&quot;, if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.</li>
<li>You will not be able to access the details of this job ad once the closing date has passed. If you would like to retain this information, please take a screen shot or print using your browser's printing capability.</li>
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</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>V</b><b>RS Contribution:</b> All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
</p></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Drug Free Workplace: </b>The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.</p></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Family Services Specialist II

State of Delaware

<div><div>A Community Resource Specialist (CRS) engages with families to promote and support a youth to remain in or return to the community through connection to individualized, community-based services and resources. A CRS performs as a member of a team and is responsible for coordinating and facilitating collaborative team meetings with youth, families, &amp; other professionals to understand their unique needs. This CRS carries a caseload, assists in determining service eligibility, works with all parties involved in the development and facilitation of actionable plans (including community-based organizations and agencies), and periodically re-assesses the family's goals and needs. This position will work primarily in New Castle County &amp; may assist with cases in Kent and Sussex Counties.
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions</b></h2>
<div><p>Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.</p>
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<li>Provides services to advocate for health, safety and welfare or rights of clients and their families and assists them in obtaining needed services.</li>
<li>Interviews clients and family members and/or professionals to gather personal, social and background information; works closely with the client and family to formulate a clear description of the client and family&rsquo;s problems; identify the key forces which maintain the problems; discover resources and strengths available to the client and family to resolve the problems; and identify the blocks, if any, that prevent the client and family from resolving the problems without the intervention of the State agency.</li>
<li>Determines eligibility for various social service programs offered by the agency or available in the community.</li>
<li>In collaboration with the client and family, and with consultation from a technical superior, develops and implements service/treatment plans, outlining the goals and objectives to be accomplished, methods and techniques to be used, and anticipated results; helps the client and family to obtain community, social and/or therapeutic services and resources needed to accomplish plans and objectives.</li>
<li>Conducts individual and family counseling sessions with clients and members of the family to aid in achieving satisfactory social development and adjustment to specific problems and situations.</li>
<li>Assesses progress toward goals and makes recommendations on plans such as reclassification, discharge, aftercare, emergency protective placement in emergency or crisis situations, guardianship, petitions or options counseling.</li>
<li>Prepares social histories, client progress reports, evaluation and discharge summaries, court reports or petitions; prepares and maintains a variety of records and files pertaining to clients assigned to caseload.</li>
<li>Enforces court orders and conditions of community supervision as required. Attends court hearings and other judicial proceedings to answer questions; makes recommendations and prepare progress reports regarding clients.</li>
<li>May be called upon to intervene in crisis situations such as potential suicides, assault and battery against clients, and sexual abuse cases. May coordinate with law enforcement and other emergency staff if needed. May be required to isolate and/or physically restrain clients who are acting out.</li>
<li>May be required to perform emergency duty which requires being on call for an assigned time period.</li>
</ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Requirements</b></h2>
<div><div><div><i>Paraprofessional health or human service work may include but is not limited to interviewing clients and identifying personal, health, social or financial needs to align with program requirements, or coordinating with community resources to obtain client services.</i><br>
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<i>Professional health or human service work may include but is not limited to determining eligibility for and availability of community resources; assisting and connecting clients and their families to needed services; addressing family conflict and engaging crisis resolution; and evaluating progress towards goals.</i></div><div><br>
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</i></div><div><b>JOB REQUIREMENTS for Family Service Specialist</b></div>
<div><b>Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:</b><br>
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<div><ul><li>One year of experience in professional health or human service work.</li></ul>
</div> </div></div><div><b>OR</b><br>
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</b><br>
 Two years' experience in paraprofessional health or human service work. <i>An Associates degree may substitute for one year of paraprofessional experience.</i><br>
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</i><i> </i></div><div><b>OR</b><br>
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 Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher or have an anticipated graduation date within 3 months, with coursework in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services or related field.</div>
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Posting Information</b></h2>
<div><p>A writing sample will be requested at the time of interview.</p>
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<p>The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for <b>Telework and Alternative Work Schedules</b> according to the State of Delaware&rsquo;s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.</p>
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of Hire</b></h2>
<div>Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.<div><br>
</div><div>Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.<div><br>
</div>Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.</div><div><br>
</div><div>All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.</div>
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Selection Process</b></h2>
<div><p>The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.</p>
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<p>Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the &ldquo;My Applications&rdquo; tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.</p>
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Accommodations</b></h2>
<div><p>Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.</p>
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Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.</p>
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If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.</p>
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The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.</p></div></div>

Family Service Specialist

Youth Villages

<div><p>For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
</p><p></p><p>As a national leader in children&rsquo;s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works &mdash; partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
</p><p></p><p>We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters&mdash; helping children and families live successfully.</p><p><br>
</p><p>For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org</p>
<div><p><b>
Program Overview:</b></p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
Intercept&reg;, developed by Youth Villages, is an evidence-based intensive, in-home program that focuses on keeping families together by preventing out-of-home placements or facilitating reunification after such placements, including foster care, residential treatment facilities, hospitalization, or juvenile detention centers. It is one of the first programs to receive the well-supported designation from Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse developed in accordance with the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) having been shown to reduce out-of-home placements and accelerate permanency for children.<br>
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This program serves youth from birth to age 18 who are facing serious emotional or behavioral challenges or have experienced trauma, such as abuse or neglect. Services are provided by highly trained Family Intervention Specialists directly in the family&rsquo;s home and community&ndash;Intercept&reg; is not an office-based program.<br>
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Intercept provides intensive, strength-based support tailored to each family&rsquo;s unique needs, ultimately helping them achieve lasting change through evidence-based mental health interventions, along with the development of new parenting and communication skills.</p></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
The Family Intervention Specialist:</p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Carries a caseload of 4 to 6 families</p></li><li><p>
Holds individual and family sessions with each family 3 times a week, scheduled at the convenience of the families</p></li><li><p>
Conducts on-going assessment of youth to determine their needs from a strength-focused, solution-based perspective</p></li><li><p>
Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster trainings to enhance clinical skills</p></li><li><p>
Drives up to 60 to 80 miles to meet with families in their homes and communities (additional travel may be required)</p></li><li><p>
Collaborates with other providers, case workers, and courts to formulate a collaborative treatment plan</p></li><li><p>
Provides on-call crisis support to the youth and family (schedules vary by location)</p></li><li><p>
Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)</p></li><li><p>
Performs other duties as assigned</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Additional Information:</b></p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of youth and families served.</p></li><li><p>
Applicants must possess a current, valid driver&rsquo;s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.</p></li><li><p>
Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.</p></li></ul><p></p><div><p><br>
Relocation Assistance offered for $6,000</p><p></p><p><b>
Salary</b></p><p></p><p>
$70,000 - $86,000 / year based on education and clinical license</p></div></div><div><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Master&rsquo;s degree in a social services discipline (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline (required)</p><ul><li><p>
Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy (others subject to review)</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Clinical experience (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</p></li><li><p>
Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills</p></li><li><p>
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously</p></li><li><p>
Basic computer knowledge</p></li><li><p>
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule</p></li></ul></div>
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Youth Villages Benefits</b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision</p></li><li><p>
401(k)</p></li><li><p>
Time off:
</p></li><li><ul><li><p>2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)</p></li><li><p>
12 paid sick days per year</p></li><li><p>
11 paid holidays</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Paid Parental Leave</p></li><li><p>
Mileage &amp; Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)</p></li><li><p>
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision</p></li><li><p>
Growth &amp; development through continuous training</p></li><li><p>
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities</p></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><b><i>Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.</i></b></li></ul>
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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.</i></p><p></p><p><i>
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.</i></p></div>

Family Intervention Specialist

<div><p>For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
</p><p></p><p>As a national leader in children&rsquo;s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works &mdash; partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
</p><p></p><p>We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters&mdash; helping children and families live successfully.</p><p><br>
</p><p>For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org</p>
<div><p><b>
Program Overview:</b></p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
Intercept&reg;, developed by Youth Villages, is an evidence-based intensive, in-home program that focuses on keeping families together by preventing out-of-home placements or facilitating reunification after such placements, including foster care, residential treatment facilities, hospitalization, or juvenile detention centers. It is one of the first programs to receive the well-supported designation from Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse developed in accordance with the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) having been shown to reduce out-of-home placements and accelerate permanency for children.<br>
<br>
This program serves youth from birth to age 18 who are facing serious emotional or behavioral challenges or have experienced trauma, such as abuse or neglect. Services are provided by highly trained Family Intervention Specialists directly in the family&rsquo;s home and community&ndash;Intercept&reg; is not an office-based program.<br>
<br>
Intercept provides intensive, strength-based support tailored to each family&rsquo;s unique needs, ultimately helping them achieve lasting change through evidence-based mental health interventions, along with the development of new parenting and communication skills.</p></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
The Family Intervention Specialist:</p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Carries a caseload of 4 to 6 families</p></li><li><p>
Holds individual and family sessions with each family 3 times a week, scheduled at the convenience of the families</p></li><li><p>
Conducts on-going assessment of youth to determine their needs from a strength-focused, solution-based perspective</p></li><li><p>
Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster trainings to enhance clinical skills</p></li><li><p>
Drives up to 60 to 80 miles to meet with families in their homes and communities (additional travel may be required)</p></li><li><p>
Collaborates with other providers, case workers, and courts to formulate a collaborative treatment plan</p></li><li><p>
Provides on-call crisis support to the youth and family (schedules vary by location)</p></li><li><p>
Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)</p></li><li><p>
Performs other duties as assigned</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Additional Information:</b></p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of youth and families served.</p></li><li><p>
Applicants must possess a current, valid driver&rsquo;s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.</p></li><li><p>
Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Salary:</b></p><p></p><p>
$74,000 - $89,000 per year based on education and clinical license</p></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Master&rsquo;s degree in a social services discipline (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline (required)</p><ul><li><p>
Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy (others subject to review)</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Clinical experience (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</p></li><li><p>
Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills</p></li><li><p>
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously</p></li><li><p>
Basic computer knowledge</p></li><li><p>
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule</p></li></ul></div>
<p><b>
Youth Villages Benefits</b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision</p></li><li><p>
401(k)</p></li><li><p>
Time off:
</p></li><li><ul><li><p>2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)</p></li><li><p>
12 paid sick days per year</p></li><li><p>
11 paid holidays</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Paid Parental Leave</p></li><li><p>
Mileage &amp; Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)</p></li><li><p>
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision</p></li><li><p>
Growth &amp; development through continuous training</p></li><li><p>
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities</p></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><b><i>Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.</i></b></li></ul>
<p><i>
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.</i></p><p></p><p><i>
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.</i></p></div>

<div><p>For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
</p><p></p><p>As a national leader in children&rsquo;s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works &mdash; partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
</p><p></p><p>We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters&mdash; helping children and families live successfully.</p><p><br>
</p><p>For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org</p>
<div><p><b>
Program Overview:</b></p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
Intercept&reg;, developed by Youth Villages, is an evidence-based intensive, in-home program that focuses on keeping families together by preventing out-of-home placements or facilitating reunification after such placements, including foster care, residential treatment facilities, hospitalization, or juvenile detention centers. It is one of the first programs to receive the well-supported designation from Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse developed in accordance with the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) having been shown to reduce out-of-home placements and accelerate permanency for children.<br>
<br>
This program serves youth from birth to age 18 who are facing serious emotional or behavioral challenges or have experienced trauma, such as abuse or neglect. Services are provided by highly trained Family Intervention Specialists directly in the family&rsquo;s home and community&ndash;Intercept&reg; is not an office-based program.<br>
<br>
Intercept provides intensive, strength-based support tailored to each family&rsquo;s unique needs, ultimately helping them achieve lasting change through evidence-based mental health interventions, along with the development of new parenting and communication skills.</p></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
The Family Intervention Specialist:</p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Carries a caseload of 4 to 6 families</p></li><li><p>
Holds individual and family sessions with each family 3 times a week, scheduled at the convenience of the families</p></li><li><p>
Conducts on-going assessment of youth to determine their needs from a strength-focused, solution-based perspective</p></li><li><p>
Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster trainings to enhance clinical skills</p></li><li><p>
Drives up to 60 to 80 miles to meet with families in their homes and communities (additional travel may be required)</p></li><li><p>
Collaborates with other providers, case workers, and courts to formulate a collaborative treatment plan</p></li><li><p>
Provides on-call crisis support to the youth and family (schedules vary by location)</p></li><li><p>
Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)</p></li><li><p>
Performs other duties as assigned</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Additional Information:</b></p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of youth and families served.</p></li><li><p>
Applicants must possess a current, valid driver&rsquo;s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.</p></li><li><p>
Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Salary:</b></p><p></p><p>
$80,000 - $93,000 per year based on education and clinical license</p></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Master&rsquo;s degree in a social services discipline (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline (required)</p><ul><li><p>
Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy (others subject to review)</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Clinical experience (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</p></li><li><p>
Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills</p></li><li><p>
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously</p></li><li><p>
Basic computer knowledge</p></li><li><p>
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule</p></li></ul></div>
<p><b>
Youth Villages Benefits</b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision</p></li><li><p>
401(k)</p></li><li><p>
Time off:
</p></li><li><ul><li><p>2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)</p></li><li><p>
12 paid sick days per year</p></li><li><p>
11 paid holidays</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Paid Parental Leave</p></li><li><p>
Mileage &amp; Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)</p></li><li><p>
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision</p></li><li><p>
Growth &amp; development through continuous training</p></li><li><p>
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities</p></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><b><i>Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.</i></b></li></ul>
<p><i>
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.</i></p><p></p><p><i>
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.</i></p></div>

<div><p>For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
</p><p></p><p>As a national leader in children&rsquo;s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works &mdash; partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
</p><p></p><p>We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters&mdash; helping children and families live successfully.</p><p><br>
</p><p>For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org</p>
<div><p><b>
Program Overview:</b></p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
Intercept&reg;, developed by Youth Villages, is an evidence-based intensive, in-home program that focuses on keeping families together by preventing out-of-home placements or facilitating reunification after such placements, including foster care, residential treatment facilities, hospitalization, or juvenile detention centers. It is one of the first programs to receive the well-supported designation from Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse developed in accordance with the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) having been shown to reduce out-of-home placements and accelerate permanency for children.<br>
<br>
This program serves youth from birth to age 18 who are facing serious emotional or behavioral challenges or have experienced trauma, such as abuse or neglect. Services are provided by highly trained Family Intervention Specialists directly in the family&rsquo;s home and community&ndash;Intercept&reg; is not an office-based program.<br>
<br>
Intercept provides intensive, strength-based support tailored to each family&rsquo;s unique needs, ultimately helping them achieve lasting change through evidence-based mental health interventions, along with the development of new parenting and communication skills.</p></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
The Family Intervention Specialist:</p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Carries a caseload of 4 to 6 families</p></li><li><p>
Holds individual and family sessions with each family 3 times a week, scheduled at the convenience of the families</p></li><li><p>
Conducts on-going assessment of youth to determine their needs from a strength-focused, solution-based perspective</p></li><li><p>
Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster trainings to enhance clinical skills</p></li><li><p>
Drives up to 60 to 80 miles to meet with families in their homes and communities (additional travel may be required)</p></li><li><p>
Collaborates with other providers, case workers, and courts to formulate a collaborative treatment plan</p></li><li><p>
Provides on-call crisis support to the youth and family (schedules vary by location)</p></li><li><p>
Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)</p></li><li><p>
Performs other duties as assigned</p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Additional Information:</b></p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of youth and families served.</p></li><li><p>
Applicants must possess a current, valid driver&rsquo;s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.</p></li><li><p>
Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.</p></li></ul><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Salary</b></p><p></p><p>
$70,000 - $86,000 / year based on education and clinical license</p></div></div><p></p><div><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p></div><p></p><div><ul><li><p><br>
Master&rsquo;s degree in a social services discipline (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline (required)</p><ul><li><p>
Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy (others subject to review)</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Clinical experience (preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</p></li><li><p>
Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills</p></li><li><p>
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously</p></li><li><p>
Basic computer knowledge</p></li><li><p>
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule</p></li></ul></div>
<p><b>
Youth Villages Benefits</b></p><p></p><ul><li><p>
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision</p></li><li><p>
401(k)</p></li><li><p>
Time off:
</p></li><li><ul><li><p>2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)</p></li><li><p>
12 paid sick days per year</p></li><li><p>
11 paid holidays</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Paid Parental Leave</p></li><li><p>
Mileage &amp; Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)</p></li><li><p>
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision</p></li><li><p>
Growth &amp; development through continuous training</p></li><li><p>
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities</p></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><b><i>Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.</i></b></li></ul>
<p><i>
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.</i></p><p></p><p><i>
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.</i></p></div>

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