Holistic Youth and Family Advisor

Life push llc • Danville, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Life Push, LLC is seeking a Holistic Youth & Family Advisor to provide hands-on, community-based support to at-risk youth ages 5 to 21 and their families across Danville, Pittsylvania County, Halifax County, Martinsville, and surrounding areas. This field-based role involves traveling to meet youth and families in their homes and local communities rather than working from a desk. The work aims to help youth and families build stronger communication, healthier balance, and lasting change, including safe reunification when appropriate.

The position starts part-time, with a path to full-time work and leadership. Advisors are paired with youth and families based on individual needs, which may include gender, language, and location. The company welcomes applicants of all genders and backgrounds. Life Push, LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or sexual orientation.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Currently pursue or hold a four-year degree in psychology, counseling, human services, sociology, social work, or a related field, or have a high school diploma with relevant experience working with youth or families.
• Be available afternoons, evenings, and some weekends.
• Be comfortable with regular local travel and have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, reliable transportation, and current insurance.
• Be comfortable using computers and electronic records.
• Have strong written communication skills.
• Demonstrate patience, active listening, and self-awareness.
• Be willing to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Be open-minded, culturally responsive, organized, committed to deadlines, documentation standards, and client safety, and comfortable with community-based work and being on the move.

Responsibilities

• Travel throughout the service area to meet youth and families in their homes and community settings.
• Build trusting relationships that encourage positive emotional and behavioral growth.
• Help families identify academic, behavioral, social, or family-related barriers and connect them with local resources.
• Support family reunification efforts when appropriate.
• Respect each youth’s independence and values, including when they differ from the advisor’s own.
• Accurately document sessions, incidents, and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with case managers, schools, agency staff, and community partners.
• Participate in company meetings, trainings, and special programs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid training and certification in treatment modalities; no prior certification is needed
• Opportunity to grow into full-time work and leadership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED