Family Intervention Specialist

Socket.dev; Harrison (AR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a Family Intervention Specialist to provide direct services under the wraparound YAP model in Arkansas.

The role involves developing an Individualized Service Plan with each child and family, coordinating with community resources, and visiting families in their homes as required. Ideal candidates will have a social work or related degree, strong written and verbal communication skills, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; bachelor’s in social work, counseling, psychology or related field required.
• Experience working with children and families; at least 1 year preferred.
• Travel required and must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services guided by program requirements and an individualized service plan.
• Maintain fidelity to YAP wraparound model and interventions chosen for each family.
• Collaborate with families, case managers, and community resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Home visits travel readiness

Bilingual English/Spanish

MS Office proficiency

EHR knowledge

Education

Master’s degree preferred (social work, counseling, psychology or related field)

Bachelor’s degree required (social work, counseling, psychology or related field)

Tools

MS Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Positions Available Throughout Multiple Counties of Arkansas

Status: Full-Time Salary

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Salary: $47,925

Summary of the Position: The Family Intervention Specialist is responsible for providing direct services as guided by program requirements and an Individualized Service Plan developed with each child and family.

The Family Intervention Specialist will adhere to the YAP wraparound advocacy model of service with the integration of interventions deemed appropriate by the Individualized Service Plan and maintain fidelity to both YAP’s model and the interventions selected for each family.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Master’s Degree is preferred. Bachelor’s degree required in social work, counseling, psychology or a related field and at least one (1) year experience working with children and families.
• Prior experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at-risk youth
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems knowledge is a plus.
• CPR/First Aid Certification is a plus
• Must be comfortable with home visits and have reliable transportation.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance coverage.
• Travel is required.

Benefits Available:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.