Family Intervention Specialist

At Youth Villages, we fiercely believe that building strong families is the answer. Our counselors are a force for families, providing Evidentiary Family Restoration® for kids and parents alike. We do this with one goal in mind: to ensure that each child has a functioning family and a safe, permanent home. Because stronger families result in safer neighborhoods and better communities for everyone.

Position Overview

• Carry small caseload of 4-6 families
• Hold family sessions with each family 3 times a week scheduled at the convenience of the families
• 3 supervision meetings a week
• 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 60-80 miles to meet with families in the home
• Counselors provide treatment in individual families' homes in a wide array of settings and communities

Requirements

• A Master's degree in a social services discipline is preferred
• A Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline is 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.
• Other degrees will have to be evaluated further to determine if they meet the qualifications.
• Experience in a clinical counseling or case management setting
• 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
• Counselors must have their own vehicle to use for work purposes as well as have liability insurance.