Holistic Youth & Family Advisor
About The Position
Life Push, LLC is seeking Holistic Youth & Family Advisors (HYFA) to provide Functional Family Therapy (FFT) and Family Check-Up (FCU) services to youth and families in the Stafford, Prince William, Fairfax, and surrounding areas. These evidence-based, strength-focused approaches aim to improve family relationships, enhance communication, and reduce problem behaviors in youth. The HYFA will deliver these interventions to help families build stronger connections, develop effective parenting strategies, and sustain lasting positive change. The Family Check-Up Model is a strength-based approach to improving family mental health, child behavior, and family relationships, providing parents with tools and tailored support to manage children's behaviors and improve parenting practices. This position offers growth opportunities, upward mobility, and competitive pay. Compensation is $600 Per Family Case (up to 12 cases). The purpose of this role is to positively impact at-risk youth (ages 2–17) and their parents or guardians who face barriers to success, guiding them to strengthen parenting skills, improve family management practices, and foster emotional, behavioral, and academic growth for their children.
Requirements
- Must be able and willing to work flexible hours - (afternoon, evenings, and some weekends)
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must have a COMPLETED 4-Year degree in a human services or counseling related field REQUIRED
- Must be willing to submit to and pass multiple thorough background checks
- Must have a valid driver’s license with the ability to provide a copy of your current driving record. (Driving record must be in good standing)
- Must have reliable transportation with valid insurance
- Must be willing to travel across listed counties to provide services
- Open to cultural differences and willingness to go through company orientation and training before being paired with a client
- Must have and demonstrate good listening skills, patience and a sense of awareness
- Must adhere to deadlines and expectations for client safety.
- Resumes are required to be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Prefer at least 2 years of experience in counseling or mental health field &/or parent training programs working with families and/or parents/caregivers
Responsibilities
- Attend all required trainings, consultations, and supervisions to become certified/qualified in Functional Family Therapy (FFT) and Family Check-Up (FCU) delivery.
- Provide home- and community-based services to identified at-risk families.
- Implement the FFT and FCU models using motivational interviewing, family systems principles, and parent skills training.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with youth and caregivers to support engagement and long-term success.
- Collaborate with agency staff, case managers, and community partners through meetings, consultations, and regular communication.
- Connect families to appropriate community resources and follow-up services.
- Act as a positive role model and uphold the Life Push brand of excellence in all interactions.
- Respect cultural differences and support each family’s right to self-determination and independence.
- Attend required supervisions, company meetings, and participate in both internal and external presentations.
- Contribute to special company programs and initiatives as needed.
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Career Level
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