PRN Foster Care Specialist
About The Position
Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 35+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization. Our Foster Care program works with the foster care children to talk about their referral issues and to discuss why they are in foster care. Foster Care Specialists serve as a liaison between the child and the court and is always an advocate for the best needs of the child. The Youth Villages Foster Care Program uses intensive in-home based treatment where interventions are parent focused bringing change through the family, school, community, and peer groups. Specialists provide services to the entire family, rather than just the identified youth. They work with the family hands-on to build trust and align them with treatment Specialists are responsible for a caseload of 8-10 families Intensive but flexible schedule. Specialists deliver services in the family's home or wherever they need us (school, court, etc.) and flexibly schedule sessions to meet the family's needs; on-call rotation required. Documentation that is on-line/ web-based and available to you from home Specialists meet with supervisors at least three times per week to discuss progress and personal development. This position will be assisting with transportation for visitations. Our leadership is always available for backup in difficult situations. All specialists complete a thorough training schedule designed to maximize clinical skill. Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance. Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage
Requirements
- A Master's degree in a social services discipline is required. A Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline can be considered if candidate is one year from completing Master's degree in a social services discipline.
- One year experience counseling adolescents in a clinical setting
- Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy. Other degrees will have to be evaluated further to determine if they meet the qualifications.
- Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Basic computer knowledge
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule
- You must have your own vehicle to use for work purposes as well as have liability insurance
- Acceptable driving record - Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the Foster Care System is preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide services to the entire family, rather than just the identified youth.
- Work with the family hands-on to build trust and align them with treatment
- Responsible for a caseload of 8-10 families
- Deliver services in the family's home or wherever they need us (school, court, etc.) and flexibly schedule sessions to meet the family's needs; on-call rotation required.
- Meet with supervisors at least three times per week to discuss progress and personal development.
- Assisting with transportation for visitations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
