Family Intervention Specialist - Youth Advocate Programs : Job Details

Job Category: Frontline Direct Service

Positions available located in - Carrol, Madison, Benton, Washington, Crawford, Franklin, Johnson, and Pope Counties. (Cities - Berryville, Huntsville, Fayetteville, Eureka Springs, Bentonville, Van Buren, Ozark, Clarksville, and Russellville)

Status: Full-Time Salary

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Summary of the Position: 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.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Master's Degree is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required in social work, counseling, psychology or a related field as determined by DHS.
• One (1) year experience working with children and families required
• Basic computer knowledge; Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Travel is required.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance coverage is required.
• Bi-Lingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.

Benefits Available:

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

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.