High Fidelity Family Support Partner

Youth Villages • Fayetteville, NC

130d

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 30+ 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.

Requirements

• Experience as a primary caregiver of a youth with special needs, and preferably a youth with mental health needs
• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university and one (1) year of experience working with the target population; OR Associate’s degree in a human service field from an accredited school and one (1) year of experience working with children/adolescents/transition age youth; OR High school diploma or GED and a minimum of five (5) years of experience working as a primary caregiver with children/adolescents/transition age youth
• Experience in navigating any of the child and family serving systems and teaching family members who are involved with the child and family serving systems
• An understanding of, and experience with different child-serving systems, including schools, mental health, child welfare, juvenile justice, health and others
• Possess a current, valid driver’s license and automobile with proof of auto insurance
• Participate in, and successfully complete, all required training
• Willingness to complete the HFW Coaching and Training credentialing
• A knowledge of community resources; preferably experience with local resources

Responsibilities

• Educate families, providers and the community about the Wraparound process
• Provide education and assistance in navigating the child serving systems (child welfare, education, behavioral/mental health, juvenile justice, school, primary care, etc.)
• Facilitate and assist in identifying formal and informal community resources, support, coaching, and training for the parent(s) / guardian(s)
• Empower family to make their own decisions and take control of their life
• Assist family in learning how to problem solve, set goals, make decisions, and advocate for themselves
• Assist the youth and parent/guardian to articulate the youth’s strengths, needs and goals
• Schedule at least one face-to-face meeting with family prior to the first Wraparound Child & Family Team meeting to aid the youth and parent(s)/guardian(s) in preparing for the first Wraparound Child & Family Team meeting
• Attend appropriate meetings as requested by the youth / parent(s) / guardian(s)
• Attend community meetings as required under grant or contract deliverables
• Attend the North Carolina Family Partner State quarterly meeting
• Complete all required reports and other paperwork as directed
• Report Right Away to the proper state/legal authorities—this is any situation you observe that is dangerous to yourself or others
• Work in collaboration with Wraparound Coach/Supervisor and Wraparound Facilitator to strengthen Wraparound Team rapport and overcome challenges

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
• 401(k)
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 12 paid sick days per year
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
• Growth & development through continuous training
• Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree