Youth & Family Support Specialist

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Arlee (MT); On-site; USD 55,012,000 - 61,951,000; Full time

Job summary

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch is seeking a Family Support Specialist to provide in-home, school-based, and community support for youth across Montana. This role blends evidence-based interventions to foster social, emotional, and physical well-being of children within home and school settings.

You will collaborate with treatment teams, educators, and families to create personalized care plans, deliver tailored support, and participate in ongoing supervision and training.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build rapport with youth and families while maintaining appropriate therapeutic boundaries.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including active listening and conflict resolution.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a treatment team, including with the assigned school district.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation and typing; familiarity with Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Develop Individualized Plans: Create and implement evidence-based intervention strategies tailored to the unique needs of each youth.
• Direct Youth Support: Provide consistent, therapeutic support in school, home, and community environments in compliance with agency standards.
• Collaboration: Partner with treatment teams, supervisors, educators, community stakeholders, and families to ensure comprehensive care and support for youth.
• Documentation: Accurately complete all required documentation in the EMR system in compliance with agency standards.
• Organizational Contribution: Support YBGR’s mission and strategic goals by participating in PQI initiatives and organizational objectives.
• Professional Representation: Maintain professional conduct and represent YBGR positively to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ongoing Development: Participate in regular supervision, professional development, and required training.
• Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support agency operations and client needs.

Skills

Rapport with youth

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

EMR documentation

Ethical decision-making

Driving required

First Aid/CPR readiness

Violence Intervention Prep

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Job description

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch is seeking a Family Support Specialist to provide in-home, school-based, and community support for youth across Montana. This role blends evidence-based interventions to foster social, emotional, and physical well-being of children within home and school settings.

You will collaborate with treatment teams, educators, and families to create personalized care plans, deliver tailored support, and participate in ongoing supervision and training.