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Youth VillagesPosted 1 month ago
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Family Intervention Specialist (Serving Polk, Montgomery, Yell, or Scott Counties)

$51,000–$59,000 year

On-siteFort Smith, Arkansas, United States

Full TimeLarge

Job Summary

Conduct intensive, in-home family interventions for youth facing serious emotional or behavioral challenges, holding individual and family sessions three times weekly at the family's convenience. Assess youth needs from a strength-focused perspective, drive up to 60 to 80 miles to meet families in their homes, and collaborate with providers, case workers, and courts to formulate collaborative treatment plans. Deliver on-call crisis support, complete accurate documentation in an electronic medical record system, and attend three weekly professional development meetings. Maintain a flexible, non-traditional schedule based on family availability while residing in Polk, Montgomery, Yell, or Scott counties and commuting to Conway weekly.

Required Qualifications

  • Reside in Polk, Montgomery, Yell, or Scott counties
  • Commute to Conway once a week
  • Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline
  • Current, valid driver's license
  • Automobile for work purposes
  • Proof of auto insurance
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • Ability to maintain a flexible schedule

Desired Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a social services discipline
  • Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position
  • Clinical experience
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills

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