FAMILY INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 55,300 - 59,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Staff Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

A prominent behavioral health organization is seeking a Family Intervention Specialist in Toms River, NJ. This full-time position involves advocating for youth and their families through evidence-based programs. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in social work or a related field, or a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience. Responsibilities include working closely with families, providing support, and participating in program-specific meetings. The role may involve flexible hours and remote work options, ensuring families' needs are met effectively.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field is preferred.
• One year of related experience in counseling and/or case management is required.
• Prior case management and/or counseling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for families in involved systems and gather information for intervention.
• Provide individualized family sessions in home and community settings.
• Participate in trainings and supervision, implementing feedback.
• Maintain flexible schedules around family availability.
• Provide after-hours support on a rotating on-call schedule.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to maintain a flexible schedule

Adaptable to feedback

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Master’s degree in social work or psychology

Bachelor's degree in social services with one-year related experience

Tools

New Jersey Driver's License

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture.

Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “Best Place to Work”, please submit your resume today for consideration!

Job Title: Family Intervention Specialist

Program: Intercept

Location: Main Office 591 Lakehurst Road, Toms River New Jersey

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: Bachelors level $55,300.00 - Masters level $59,300.00

Job Description/Summary

The implementation of Intercept offers a unique opportunity to become immersed in an evidence-based program model to serve youth & their families, as identified through the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P). The Intercept program serves a broad population of youth and families residing in Ocean, Monmouth and Mercer counties, including including those involved with multiple child-serving systems and those at high risk of removal from their families. Specialists carry a small caseload of 5 families at a time.

Responsibilities

• Family intervention specialists are anadvocate for the families in any involved system they are a part of, such as CP&P or CSOC (Children’s System of Care), with the purpose of gathering information specific to intervention development andadvocating in the best interest of the child’s long-term stability. Specialists work with DCP&P staff regularly to assist families in successfully addressing needs and strengthening the family system.
• Family intervention specialists carry a small caseload of 5 families at a time. Specialists provide individualized family sessions in the home & community settings in order to safely maintain the youth in the home. Specialists provide an average of three face-to-face sessions with the family a week, including youth & support system, at the convenience of the family.
• Family intervention specialists are expected to attend and actively participate in trainings and individual and team supervision and professional development and to follow up and/or implement feedback and recommendations received from the Team Supervisor, Program Director and Licensed Program Expert. Specialists are expected to adhere to all ethical and legal guidelines, including confidentiality and mandated reporting.
• Schedules for this position are non-traditional, but flexible and based around the family's availability. Since specialists are heavily involved with each family, long hours may be required to respond to families’ needs. Intercept specialists may be able to work remote, however, will be expected to report in-person for program-specific meetings at their agency. Specialists must also have their own transportation to use for work purposes. Family intervention specialists are responsible for providing after hours support to families using a rotating on-call schedule and are expected to respond in person during some crisis situations as deemed necessary by their leadership team.
• Family intervention intercept specialists are not required to provide transportation for families they are serving; however, it may be a need if all other means of transportation support have been exhausted. Specialists may utilize an agency vehicle to provide transportation support.

Competencies

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptable and possess the ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
• Receptive to constructive feedback and willingness to implement new ideas and strategies during session
• Practices a trauma informed philosophy as demonstrated through behaviors and communications, embracing it as a cultural value.

Qualifications

• Education - Master’s degree in the field of social work, psychology, or related field is preferred or bachelor's degree in social serviceswith one-year related experience in counseling and/or case management is required.
• Experience - Prior case management and/or counseling experience preferred.
• License - Valid New Jersey Driver's License in good standing
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus - incentive $1000.00

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
• Staff Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus program

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