Master's Level Clinical Liaison

Youth Villages; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k)

Paid vacation

Sick days

Licensure supervision

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Youth Villages is seeking a master’s-level clinician to provide individual and family therapy for a small caseload of youth on residential campuses in Tennessee and Georgia.

The role requires pursuing licensure with supervision, plus at least one year of counseling experience and a background working with at-risk youth and families. Weekend and on-call coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social services required; licensure pursued with supervision.
• Minimum one year of counseling experience; residential setting preferred.
• Experience with at-risk youth and families; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates individual and family therapy for 2–4 youth.
• Acts as liaison between program staff and outside providers.
• Leads weekly team meetings.
• Completes admissions and discharges on residential campuses.
• Coordinates off-campus home passes and supervises visits.
• Co-leads at least 3 hours of group therapy weekly.
• Provides coverage for residential counselors and some front desk duties.
• Documents daily notes in the EMR system.

Skills

Master's degree in social services

Licensure pursued with supervision

1 year counseling experience

Residential experience

Experience with at-risk youth/families

Experience working with youth

Strong organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in social services field

Degrees: social work, counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or family therapy

Job description

For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.

As a national leader in children's mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C.

Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems.

At Youth Villages, we do what works - partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.

We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters - helping children and families live successfully.

For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org

Program Overview:

Youth Villages' residential programs in Tennessee and Georgia provide safe, nurturing environments for youth ages 6 to 17 with complex behavioral and mental health challenges.

These programs are offered across three types of facilities-secure facilities, open campuses, and group homes-each designed to meet the individual needs of youth exhibiting a range of referral behaviors, including aggression, self-harm, suicidal ideations, and problem sexual behavior.

Our residential campuses deliver an intensive treatment program that strikes a unique balance between structure and freedom, all while preparing youth for continued success outside of a residential setting.

A key focus is to help each youth step down to the least restrictive treatment option possible by developing the skills they need to thrive in less structured environments through trauma-informed care, clinical interventions, life skills building, and recreation therapy (in selection locations).

Most youth also attend fully accredited schools located on our campuses, ensuring their educational progress continues alongside therapeutic support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitates individual and family therapy for a small caseload of 2 to 4 youth.
• Works as a liaison between program staff, outside providers (like custodial agencies), and counselors.
• Prepares and helps lead weekly team meetings.
• Completes admissions and discharges for youth on residential campuses.
• Coordinates off-campus home passes and provides supervision during on-campus family visits.
• Co-leads at least 3 hours of group therapy per week.
• Provides coverage for residential counselors (including facilitating individual and group sessions).
• Assists with front desk coverage as needed.
• Completes daily documentation (such as contact notes, milieu notes, and precautionary notes) in an electronic medical record system (EMR).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

The supervision and treatment of youth requires prolonged periods of walking, standing, running, climbing stairs, and physical agility. Applicants must be able to participate in physical interventions when necessary and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally more than 100 pounds. Applicants are required to complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and CPR trainings and pass an agility and strength evaluation. Applicants must possess a current, valid driver's license.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social services field (required)
• Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy (others subject to review)
• Must be willing to pursue licensure with supervision provided (required)
• Once year of counseling experience (required)
• Experience in a residential setting (preferred)
• Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families (preferred)
• Experience working with youth (required)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Salary: $52,000- $54,000 per year based on education and clinical license

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
• 401(k)
• Time off: 2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time) 12 paid sick days per year 11 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave
• Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
• Growth & development through continuous training
• Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities
• *Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults.

We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds.

Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity.

We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.

Youth Villages is a national leader in mental and behavioral health committed to finding the most effective solutions to help children, families and young adults overcome obstacles and live successfully. Working through direct services, partnerships with innovative public agencies and advocacy, we collaborate to bring positive change to child welfare, children's mental health and justice systems. Our 4,500 employees serve more than 43,000 children and young adults in more than 100 locations in 26 states and the District of Columbia. Youth Villages has been recognized by the Harvard Business School and U.S. News & World Report and was identified by The White House as one of the nation’s most promising results-oriented nonprofit organizations.