Family Intervention Specialist (Triad Region)

Crossnore • Winston-Salem, NC

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Family Intervention Specialist (Homebuilders Specialist) works with families involved with the child welfare system in the Triad Region of North Carolina. The primary goal is to remove the risk of harm to children, thereby preventing out-of-home placement. This evidence-based Intensive Family Preservation Service (IFPS) model involves providing in-home counseling, prevention, crisis intervention, and life skills services to families with children aged birth to 17 years old. Services are intensive, with parents/caregivers meeting with a Practitioner three to five times a week for approximately 40 hours over a 4 to 6 week period. The program emphasizes small caseloads and program intensity to ensure child safety, with services available 24 hours a day. The role requires the specialist to live within the assigned region and be available 24/7 on-call to clients, with supervisor backup.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in human services or related field OR Graduate student in the final year of their program, and at least one year of relevant clinical experience working with children and families OR Bachelor degree in human services or related field, and at least two years of relevant clinical experience working with children and families.
• Commitment to the HOMEBUILDERS® model and demonstrated flexibility in various settings.
• Strong ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with families, coworkers, and community collaborators.
• Excellent discretion and client confidentiality skills.
• Adaptive problem-solving skills, ability to manage crisis situations, and sensitivity to cultural issues that affect care.
• Professional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and Google products, email, and other software programs.
• Sense of humor, creativity, and a willingness to learn from challenges.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, a working vehicle, and be willing to travel.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of the state child welfare and mental health systems (strongly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all components in the HOMEBUILDERS® Standards.
• Serve families with children at imminent risk of placement, providing services in their homes.
• Maintain a flexible workweek, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet family needs.
• Accept referrals 24/7, schedule and complete intakes within 24 hours of referral.
• Be available to families 24/7, ensuring backup from supervisors when needed.
• Typically serve 18-20 families per year, working with 2-3 families at a time.
• Provide 38+ hours of face-to-face contact per family, spread over 4-6 weeks.
• Participate in weekly team consultation and consult with a supervisor about each family at least once per week.
• Assess family safety, utilize clinical strategies to promote safety, and provide concrete goods and services to families.
• Develop intervention goals and service plans in collaboration with families, using cognitive/behavioral strategies to facilitate behavior change.
• Advocate with community resources and teach families to advocate for themselves.
• Complete all clinical documentation and program paperwork accurately and on time.
• Participate in required practitioner training and QUEST activities for professional growth.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with referring agencies and represent the agency in community meetings.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 copay for mental health visits with our health insurance
• Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability plans
• Critical Illness and Accident coverage options
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 401k with employer match (up to 6%)
• Paid Parental Leave - Based on Tenure
• Ongoing Training
• 20 Days PTO
• 11 Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level