PRN Community Based Specialist

Youth Villages • Madison, IN

81d

About The Position

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in social services discipline with experience working with at-risk youth, adults, or families is required
• A Master's degree in a social services discipline is preferred
• Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Basic computer knowledge
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule

Responsibilities

• Carry small caseload of 4-5 families
• Hold family sessions with each family 3 times a week scheduled at the convenience of the families
• Weekly supervision meetings
• Web-based documentation (voice recognition technology in most locations)
• Provide on-call availability to families during the week, one weekend each month
• Drive up to 60-85 miles to meet with families in the home
• Provide interventions in families' homes in a wide array of settings and communities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree