Child and Youth Specialist

State of Utah • Bluffdale, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Child and Youth Specialist with the Utah National Guard Family Assistance Center team, you will serve as a vital link for service members and their families. You will help navigate all phases of mobilization by offering direct guidance, connecting families to essential resources, and building strong support networks across the community. If you are a compassionate communicator, a skilled coordinator, and someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of military families, we want you on our team!

Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license per UCA 53-3-202(1)(a).
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed to conduct outreach and attend events.
• You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• Sedentary physical requirements (sitting, light walking, carrying light materials).

Nice To Haves

• Empathetic & Service-Oriented: Skilled at active listening, social perceptiveness, and building rapport with families facing unique military challenges.
• Strong Communicator: Clear and confident in both written documents and oral presentations.
• Organized & Resourceful: Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management skills to manage resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and consultations with service members and their families to identify needs during mobilization.
• Provide direct referrals and resources for critical family support services, including financial assistance, medical benefits, legal issues, ID cards, and travel coordination.
• Proactively market and promote Family Assistance Center support services to service members and families.
• Coordinate with the State Family Program Office and Public Affairs Officer to plan outreach efforts, community events, and public communications.
• Serve on key committees to support Family Readiness Groups.
• Assist with event scheduling, drafting communications (newsletters, bulletins, phone trees), and organizing community outreach initiatives.
• Maintain accurate intake sheets, case logs, and point-of-contact directories for support agencies.
• Draft administrative correspondence, program reports, and written materials to ensure smooth service delivery.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed