THRIVE Family Specialist

YOUTH VILLAGES, INC.•Jackson, TN

5d•$52,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Youth Villages is seeking a THRIVE Family Specialist for its in-home preventive program serving youth ages 0 to 18 who are involved in, or at risk of involvement in, the juvenile justice system. THRIVE provides family-based, trauma-informed services intended to address factors contributing to delinquent behaviors, build resilience, and reduce further justice-system involvement and the likelihood of out-of-home placement. Services incorporate evidence-based approaches, including Collaborative Problem Solving and Motivational Interviewing, and engage the entire family to support lasting outcomes. The specialist carries a caseload of 8 to 12 families and provides weekly sessions in families’ homes. The work schedule is flexible and non-traditional to accommodate the availability of the youth and families served. The role includes on-call crisis support, regular individual, team, and clinical consultation meetings, quarterly booster trainings, and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system. Community-based staff are reimbursed for applicable mileage. Salary is $52,000 to $60,000 per year, based on education and clinical license.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in a social services discipline is required.
Degrees considered include social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy; other degrees are subject to review.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
A current, valid driver’s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in a social services discipline is preferred.
Experience working with youth or families in need of crisis intervention is preferred.
Clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Carry a caseload of 8 to 12 families.
Work with youth and families who have been involved in, or are at risk of involvement in, the juvenile justice system.
Hold a family session with each family once a week, scheduled at the family’s convenience.
Provide treatment in families’ homes, which may be in a range of settings and communities.
Provide on-call crisis support to youth and families; schedules vary by location.
Attend three weekly meetings: individual, team, and clinical consultation meetings.
Attend quarterly booster training sessions to enhance clinical skills.
Complete accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
401(k).
Two weeks of paid vacation for full-time employees; one week for part-time employees.
12 paid sick days per year.
11 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Mileage and cell phone reimbursement when applicable.
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision.
Continuous training for growth and development.
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities.