Thrive Family Specialist

Youth Villages•Dickson, TN

1d•$52,000 - $60,000

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, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change. We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully. For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org Program Overview: Thrive is an in-home preventive program tailored for youth (ages 0 to 18) involved in the juvenile justice system. Designed to intervene immediately following their initial encounters with the system, Thrive aims to divert youth from further juvenile justice involvement through family-based services that integrate evidence-based interventions, such as Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Thrive addresses the underlying factors contributing to delinquent behaviors and provides motivation for change. This program provides trauma-informed care that builds resiliency in youth who often face increased risks due to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). By actively engaging the entire family unit, Thrive adopts a holistic approach to treatment, facilitating early intervention that promotes positive, long-term outcomes while reducing the likelihood of an out-of-home placement.

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)
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
Applicants must possess a current, valid driver’s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a social services discipline (preferred)
Experience working with youth or families in need of crisis intervention (preferred)
Clinical experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Carries a caseload of 8 to 12 families
Works with youth and families that have been (or are at risk of being) involved in the juvenile justice system
Holds family sessions with each family once a week (scheduled at the convenience of the family)
Provides treatment in each family's homes which may be located in an array of settings and communities
Provides on-call crisis support to the youth and family (schedules vary by location)
Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development to help enhance clinical skills
Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)
Performs other duties as assigned