Family Interaction Specialist - Contingent

The-Buckeye-Ranch; Whitehall (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Buckeye Ranch is hiring a Contingent Family Interaction Specialist to join our Shared Services department in Ohio. This role delivers direct support, advocacy, behavioral interventions, service coordination, and community resource connections for children 0–18 and their families receiving Behavioral Health respite, visitation, or transportation services.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of relevant experience, eligibility for Qualified Mental Health

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least one year of relevant experience.
• Eligibility for Qualified Mental Health certification.
• Active driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, advocacy, and behavioral interventions for children aged 0–18 and their families.
• Coordinate services and connect families to community resources.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and youth-centered environment with emphasis on independence and permanency.

Skills

Driver's license

Experience in behavioral health

Communication skills

One year relevant experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule: 12-16 hours per monthThe Buckeye Ranch is seeking a Contingent Family Interaction Specialist to join our Shared Services department. The Contingent Family Interaction Specialist provides direct support, advocacy, behavioral interventions, service coordination, and community resource connections for children ages 0-18 receiving Behavioral Health respite, visitation, or transportation services and their families. This position shall be held to the same standards, core values, and policies of the organization while fostering a safe, supportive, and youth-centered environment that promotes independence, self-sufficiency, permanency, and successful adulthood. This position requires work in evening hours and weekends.Employment in this contingent role is subject to ongoing business needs and operational requirements. Work assignments and hours may vary based on program demand and organizational priorities.Learn about The Buckeye Ranch:For decades, The Buckeye Ranch has been restoring hope and providing healing for children, youth, and families in Central Ohio. Our continuum of care addresses every stage and aspect of what children may be experiencing after traumas caused by mental illness, abuse, or neglect. With help from The Buckeye Ranch, they’re empowered to overcome obstacles, tap into their resilience, and move forward toward healthy, fulfilling lives.Who you are:You have a high school diploma, or GED.You have at least one year of relevant experience.You are eligible for a Qualified Mental Health certification.You have an active driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.Applicants are considered for all positions in accordance with statutes and regulations concerning non-discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. The Buckeye Ranch is an equal opportunity employer, as well as a substance and tobacco free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment drug screen, references, FBI/BCI background check, ARCS registries check, and SACWIS database checks. At this time, The Buckeye Ranch is unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future..#TBR002