Youth & Family Support Specialist

PATH People Acting To Help, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PATH People Acting To Help, Inc. seeks a Full-Time Direct Care professional in Philadelphia, PA to support youth with complex needs and their families.

This role focuses on strengths-based assessments, family action planning, and coordinating behavioral health services. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in human services, possess 1–2 years of behavioral health experience, and have a valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field is required.
• 1–2 years of experience in the behavioral health field is preferred.
• Driver's license and access to a vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive strengths-based assessment for youth with complex needs and their families.
• Develop with each youth and family a family action plan addressing treatment, skill development, and social services.
• Coordinate psychiatric services as indicated for assigned youth.
• Coordinate collaboration across teams and systems to ensure integrated care.
• Facilitate family team meetings and encourage family input and voice.

Skills

Caseload management

Crisis intervention

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

1-2 years experience in behavioral health

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

PATH People Acting To Help, Inc. seeks a Full-Time Direct Care professional in Philadelphia, PA to support youth with complex needs and their families.

This role focuses on strengths-based assessments, family action planning, and coordinating behavioral health services. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in human services, possess 1–2 years of behavioral health experience, and have a valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle.