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    Foster Care Specialist - Nashville, United States - Youth Villages

    Youth Villages
    Youth Villages Nashville, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    Company Overview


    Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.

    If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.



    Responsibilities



    Program Overview


    Our Foster Care program works with the foster care children to talk about their referral issues and to discuss why they are in foster care. Foster Care Specialists serve as a liaison between the child and the court and is always an advocate for the best needs of the child. The Youth Villages Foster Care Program uses intensive in-home based treatment where interventions are parent focused bringing change through the family, school, community, and peer groups.

    Position Overview

    • Specialists provide services to the entire family, rather than just the identified youth. They work with the family hands-on to build trust and align them with treatment
    • Specialists are responsible for a caseload of 8-10 families
    • Intensive but flexible schedule. Specialists deliver services in the family's home or wherever they need us (school, court, etc.) and flexibly schedule sessions to meet the family's needs; on-call rotation required.
    • Documentation that is on-line/ web-based and available to you from home
    • Specialists meet with supervisors at least three times per week to discuss progress and personal development.

    Additional Information


    Our leadership is always available for backup in difficult situations.
    All specialists complete a thorough training schedule designed to maximize clinical skill.

    Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served.
    Applicants must have a valid driver's license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance.
    Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage

    **Counselors can live anywhere in the coverage area which includes: Davidson, Williamson, Sumner, Wilson, and Rutherford counties

    Salary

    $ $58000 / year based on education and clinical license



    Qualifications



    Requirements


    A Master's degree in a social services discipline is preferred. A Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline is required.

    One year experience counseling adolescents in a clinical setting is preferred
    Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy. Other degrees will have to be evaluated further to determine if they meet the qualifications.
    Experience with the Foster Care System is preferred
    Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills
    Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
    Basic computer knowledge
    Ability to maintain a flexible schedule
    You must have your own vehicle to use for work purposes as well as have liability insurance

    Acceptable driving record - Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months

    Experience growth and development through our continuous training as well as tuition and licensure reimbursement or pursue opportunities to advance both clinically and administratively with Youth Villages

    Additional Benefits

    Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
    Retirement Savings Pension Plan
    401(k)
    2 weeks paid vacation
    12 paid sick days per year
    11 paid holidays

    Paid Parental Leave
    Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement

    Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.

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