Family Support Specialist

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Mount Union (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a Family Support Specialist to deliver community-based services and develop individualized plans. You will collaborate with social agencies, hospitals, schools and other resources to support families, and provide counseling, advocacy and coordination as part of a team.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, a valid driver’s license, and may involve bilingual Spanish capabilities. Training, supervision and weekly pay are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Mental Health or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years related experience in community-based family work.
• Knowledge of local community resources.
• Proficiency with data collection tools; EHR knowledge is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality community-based services per mission and core principles.
• Develop individualized service plans based on referrals.
• Coordinate with social agencies, hospitals, clinics, schools and resources.
• Provide counseling, support, advocacy and service coordination.
• Report incidents and update CYF caseworker and Director.
• Assist with monthly participant/team meetings and documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health or related field

Driver's License

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) System

Data collection tools & software

Job description

Availability to work flexible hours up to 40 hours per week.

Summary of the Position: Family Support Specialist is to deliver quality community-based services while utilizing Youth Advocate Programs mission and core principals. This professional will be available to provide services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as part of an adjusted time schedule.

• Each specialist is required to work a minimum 15-20 hour work week with a majority of these hours being billable or face-to-face intervention. The number of weekly hours of face-to-face intervention assigned to each family will be determined by case complexity and individual needs. It is anticipated a family referred to the program will receive approximately 2-5 hours of face-to-face intervention weekly.
• Develop individualized service plans incorporating the identified goals provided in the initial referral.
• Assist with the innovative coordination and implementation of community-based services while working closely with social agencies, hospitals, clinics, schools and community resources.
• Provide counseling, support, advocacy and service coordination with families working both individually and as part of a team.
• Report special, unusual or critical incident reports, update Director and CYF caseworker on all participant activities and situations. Provide consultation to families and involved professionals.
• Assist with monthly meetings for all participants and teams.
• Complete typed and written assessments, closings/aftercare plans and daily progress notes in addition to weekly billing documents.

Flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, paid supervision, and training with activity reimbursement.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health related fields such as psychology, social work, or related discipline preferred, not required.
• One to two years related experience in community-based family work and a knowledge of the local community resources.
• Proficiency in using data collection tools and software applications. Knowledge of using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) System is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedule

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.

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Travel Required

Yes . Travel throughout community to homes and schools

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Basic Computer Skills

Intermediate

Strong Communication Skills

Intermediate

Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Preferred

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Mental Health or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer
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