PRN Community-Based Specialist
About The Position
For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families. As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, Youth Villages serves more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Their proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting employees through professional growth, personal development, and a mission to help children and families live successfully. The PRN Community-Based Specialist carries a small case load, holds individual and family sessions, conducts ongoing assessments, attends weekly meetings and quarterly trainings, drives to meet families, collaborates with other providers, provides on-call crisis support, and completes documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline (required)
- Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy (others subject to review)
- Applicants must possess a current, valid driver’s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance
- Basic computer knowledge
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a social services discipline (preferred)
- Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position (preferred)
- Clinical experience (preferred)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Responsibilities
- Carries a small case load as assigned by supervisor on an as-needed basis
- Holds individual and family sessions with each youth/family weekly, scheduled at the convenience of the families
- Conducts on-going assessment of youth to determine their needs from a strength-focused, solution-based perspective
- Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster trainings to enhance clinical skills
- Drives up to 60 to 80 miles to meet with families in their homes and communities (additional travel may be required)
- Collaborates with other providers, case workers, and courts to formulate a collaborative treatment plan
- Provides on-call crisis support to the youth and family (schedules vary by location)
- Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
- 401(k)
- Time off: 2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
