Intercept Family Intervention Specialist

THE LINCOLN CENTER FOR FAMILY AND YOUTH • West Allis, WI

1d • $45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

The implementation of Intercept offers a unique opportunity to become immersed in an evidence-based program model to serve youth & their families. The Intercept program serves a broad population of youth and families, including those involved with multiple child serving systems and those at high risk of removal from their families. The program specializes in diverting youth from out of home placements by helping their families safely maintain youth in their home environment. This position is responsible for providing intensive home-based services to families.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree Social Work, Psychology or related field or
• Bachelor Degree, Social Services with one year of experience in counseling and/or case management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule. (working on around family availability.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized family sessions to safely maintain youth in the home (managing a small caseload).
• Provide treatment in multiple settings.
• Provide after-hours support to families using a rotating on-call schedule.
• Respond to crisis situations as directed by Supervisor.
• Provide transportation to families as necessary.
• Attend group meetings (supervision, clinical consultation and individual development and trainings).
• Maintain required documentation such as bi-weekly treatment plans, weekly session notes and clinical assessments.
• Serve as advocate for family in order to gather information specific to intervention development.
• Adherence to all ethical and legal guidelines including confidentiality and mandated reporting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees