Family Support Worker

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.•Gadsden, AL

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) is a national nonprofit that provides community-based alternatives to youth incarceration and residential placement. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Harrisburg, PA, YAP partners with youth justice, child welfare, behavioral health, and education systems to deliver individualized, wraparound services that keep youth safely in their homes and communities. YAP’s model focuses on building strong relationships with youth and families, connecting them to local resources, and supporting positive life outcomes through strength-based, culturally responsive approaches. Advocates work directly in the community to help participants develop skills, meet goals, and strengthen family and community connections.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in the field of social work, psychology, human and child development, counseling, sociology, or a related field, from a college or university accredited by one of the six regional accrediting associations of the US.
Minimum of one (1) year of associated experience
Proficient computer skill; experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Position requires relatable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish) speaking is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate services for children and families as guided by Individualized Service Plans (ISP).
Adhere to the YAP wraparound advocacy model of service with the integration of interventions deemed appropriate by the ISP.
Maintain fidelity to both YAP’s model and the interventions selected for each family.
Carry a caseload of no more than six (6) families each.
Report to the Supervisor and Program Director.