Field-Based Youth & Family Advisor — Growth Path

Life Push, LLC; Virginia; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training and certification

Variety of cases

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Life Push, LLC is seeking a Holistic Youth & Family Advisor to provide hands-on, community-based support for at-risk youth (ages 5–21) and their families across central Virginia. The role is travel-intensive, meeting families where they are in homes and local communities, with a path from part-time to full-time.

You’ll work with diverse families, document sessions and collaborate with schools, case managers, and community partners to foster positive change.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or holding a 4-year degree in psychology or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Age 21 or older
• Availability for afternoons, evenings, and some weekends
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, reliable transportation, and current insurance
• Comfort with computers and electronic records
• Strong written communication
• Patience, active listening, and self-awareness
• Willingness to pass a background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Travel to meet youth and families where they are, in homes and community settings across the service area (Rockbridge County, Lexington, Buena Vista)
• Build trusting relationships that encourage positive emotional and behavioral growth
• Help families identify barriers (academic, behavioral, social, or family-related) and connect them with local resources
• Support family reunification efforts when appropriate
• Respect each youth’s independence and values, even when they differ from your own
• Document sessions, incidents, and treatment plans accurately
• Collaborate with case managers, schools, agency staff, and community partners
• Join company meetings, trainings, and special programs

Skills

4-year degree in psychology or related

Driver's license

Computer literacy

Written communication

Patience

Active listening

Self-awareness

Background check willingness

Age 21+

Open-minded, culturally responsive

Availability afternoons/evenings/week-

Education

4-year degree in psychology, counseling, human services, sociology, social work, or related field

High school diploma with relevant experience

Job description

Life Push, LLC is seeking a Holistic Youth & Family Advisor to provide hands-on, community-based support for at-risk youth (ages 5–21) and their families across central Virginia. The role is travel-intensive, meeting families where they are in homes and local communities, with a path from part-time to full-time.

You’ll work with diverse families, document sessions and collaborate with schools, case managers, and community partners to foster positive change.