PRN Community Counselor — Flexible Schedule & Home Visits

Youth Villages; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Youth Villages in Tennessee seeks a PRN Community-Based Specialist to support youth and families in their homes and communities. You will carry a small caseload, conduct weekly sessions, assess needs from a strength-focused perspective, and collaborate with schools, courts, and other providers to build coordinated treatment plans.

This role requires a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a social services discipline, a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel up to 60–80

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a social services discipline (preferred/required).
• Current valid driver's license, automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.
• Experience with at-risk youth and families, volunteer/intern/paid positions acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Carries a small caseload assigned by supervisor on an as-needed basis.
• Holds individual and family sessions weekly, scheduled with families.
• Assesses youth needs from a strength-focused, solution-based perspective.
• Attends weekly meetings for professional development and booster trainings.
• Travels up to 60–80 miles to meet families in homes and communities.
• Collaborates with providers, case workers, and courts to formulate treatment plans.
• Provides on-call crisis support to youth and family.
• Completes documentation in an EMR system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Master’s degree in a social services discipline

Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline

Excellent written, verbal, and oral communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Basic computer knowledge

Valid driver’s license and automobile for work

Job description

Youth Villages in Tennessee seeks a PRN Community-Based Specialist to support youth and families in their homes and communities. You will carry a small caseload, conduct weekly sessions, assess needs from a strength-focused perspective, and collaborate with schools, courts, and other providers to build coordinated treatment plans.

This role requires a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a social services discipline, a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel up to 60–80