Family Intervention Specialist

Overview

Our services are delivered statewide. We use applicant's home addresses (zip code) to determine proximity to the participants they may serve. To ensure appropriate service coverage, applicants are asked to provide their home address when applying.

Available throughout several counties including Hempstead, Union, Calhoun, Dallas, Columbia, Lafayette, Nevada, Drew, and Miller County.

Must be willing to travel up to 2 hours from main program office location throughout multiple counties.

Status: Full-Time Salary

FLSA Classification: Exempt

The Family Intervention Specialist is responsible for providing direct services as guided by program requirements and an Individualized Service Plan developed with each child and family. The Family Intervention Specialist will adhere to the YAP wraparound advocacy model of service with the integration of interventions deemed appropriate by the Individualized Service Plan and maintain fidelity to both YAP’s model and the interventions selected for each family.

• Provide direct services as guided by program requirements and an Individualized Service Plan developed with each child and family.
• Adhere to the YAP wraparound advocacy model of service and maintain fidelity to the chosen interventions for each family.

• Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required in social work, counseling, psychology or a related field
• At least one (1) year experience working with children and families.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking is a plus
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage
• Travel is required.

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Weekly Competitive Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible schedule

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Please complete the application process in full to be considered.