Care Coordinator

YOUTH VILLAGES, INC.•Nashville, TN

9d•$52,000 - $60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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. As a national leader in children’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 — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change. 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— helping children and families live successfully. For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org Program Overview: Youth Villages’ Specialized Crisis Services (SCS) Program provides rapid, effective assessment and intervention for youth up to age 18 who are experiencing a psychiatric emergency, such as suicidal or homicidal thoughts, severe depression, physical aggression, psychosis, or acting in a destructive or uncontrollable manner. The program offers thorough, strength-based assessments and crisis management to ensure the safety of the youth and others involved. Families, community members, and providers can reach out for support regardless of whether the youth is currently receiving services from Youth Villages. SCS staff work closely with the youth, their family, and key community partners to evaluate risk factors and develop an immediate plan for stabilization. Services are provided in the home or community to offer timely, accessible support during a crisis. In addition to crisis assessment, the program provides ongoing treatment and intervention to help maintain family stability until appropriate long-term services can be secured.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline (required)
Experience navigating the child-serving systems (required)
Experience working with children/youth and families with significant behavioral health needs (required)
Ability to provide a strength-based, client-centered approach to service delivery (required)
Current, valid driver’s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit organization experience and work history within child-serving systems (preferred)

Responsibilities

Ensures wraparound activities are completed at the highest level of quality
Completes initial evaluation, develops the Individual Service Plan (ISP) with the family, and completes transition plan and/or discharge summary
Provides face-to-face direct service hours to families as needed in implementing wraparound
Collaborates with the family in developing a list of individuals they want to attend the family team meetings
Ensures wraparound process is family-driven and youth-guided
Ensures families experience ongoing participation in and ownership of their care plans
Facilitates the scheduling of family team meetings in collaboration with the family
Facilitates the family team meetings and communicates with natural supports and team members regarding youth/families’ participation in services and progress in completing goals
Provides linkage to community resources, clinical services, and natural supports related to the child/youth
Coordinates service delivery and meets weekly with family/youth (or as needed per family request)
Works with community engagement staff to identify and engage with local community resources
Maintains and builds trusted relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders
Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster training sessions to enhance clinical skills
Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)
Performs other duties as assigned