Holistic Youth and Family Advisor
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 Mecklenburg, Halifax, Charlotte, Brunswick, and Lunenburg counties in Virginia and surrounding areas. This field-based role involves traveling to meet youth and families in their homes and local communities. The work supports stronger communication, healthier balance, lasting change, and safe family reunification when appropriate. The position starts part-time, with a path to full-time work and leadership. Paid training and certification in treatment modalities are provided; prior certification is not required. Advisors are paired with youth and families based on individual needs, which may include gender, language, and location.
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 and relevant experience working with youth or families.
- Be available afternoons, evenings, and some weekends.
- Have a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, reliable transportation, and current insurance for regular local travel.
- 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 organized, meet deadlines and documentation standards, and be committed to client safety.
- Be open-minded, culturally responsive, and comfortable with community-based work and frequent travel.
Responsibilities
- Travel to meet youth and families in homes and community settings throughout the service area.
- 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, even when they differ from the advisor’s own.
- Document sessions, incidents, and treatment plans accurately.
- 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
- Opportunity to grow into full-time work and leadership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
