THRIVE Family Specialist

Youth Villages•Jackson, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Youth Villages is hiring a THRIVE Family Specialist for its in-home preventive program serving youth ages 0 to 18 who are involved in, or at risk of becoming involved in, the juvenile justice system. THRIVE provides family-based, trauma-informed services intended to address factors contributing to delinquent behavior, build resiliency, and divert youth from further system involvement and out-of-home placement. Its approach engages the family and incorporates evidence-based interventions, including Collaborative Problem Solving and Motivational Interviewing. The specialist works with families in their homes and communities, provides weekly family sessions and on-call crisis support, and carries a caseload of 8 to 12 families. The schedule is flexible and non-traditional to accommodate the availability of the youth and families served. The role includes weekly professional-development meetings, quarterly booster training, and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system. The position requires a current, valid driver's license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance; applicable mileage is reimbursed. The salary range 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. Considered fields include social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, and marriage and family therapy; other degrees may be reviewed.
Current, valid driver's license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.
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.

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 or are at risk of being involved 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 located in a variety 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.
Growth and development through continuous training.
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities. Benefits are excluded for variable-status employees.