Job Scope:

Deliveryof skills based training services in an outpatient setting, youth ages 0-17 andtheir families. Caseworker (Family Support Specialist) will provide referral,screening, intake, outreach, counseling, skills-based training, development ofindividual action plan, advocacy training, and crisis intervention inindividual, family and group settings. Caseworker will provide screening andintake for youth admitted to residential youth shelter services, and as needed,will provide the services listed above after discharge. Adjunctive services includecollaboration with other providers/agencies. Caseworker will use the followingskills: applies and teaches effective counseling skills inclusive of thoseutilizing behavioral management techniques based upon family systems theory. Caseworkerparticipates in on-call rotation of night/week-end/holiday coverage to insurecrisis intervention/shelter care is available. The caseworker will possesstechnical skills as described in the Core Competency Inventory. Elements of jobscope are performed in a manner that articulates the mission, vision, and values ofthe organization.

Our service area for positions in this postingcovers the following counties: Red River, Franklin, Titus, and Camp.

Education/licensure:

ABachelor's degree from an accredited university (preferred in the HumanServices field), or an additional year of experience working with at-risk youthand families for each year of college (30 credit hours) needed to secure abachelor's degree. Current valid Texasdriver's license.

Experience/Knowledge:

One year experience working with at-risk youthand families (in addition to the degree). Must demonstrate knowledge andapplied competency in use of counseling techniques and experience in the use ofbehavior management models. Must be able to demonstrate good oral and writtencommunication. 

Physical requirements:

Physical requirements that are bona fideoccupational qualifications essential to the performance of the job: Mobility,ability, and stamina to sit, bend, and reach during an 8-10 hour workday. Ableto lift a minimum of 10 pounds. Sensory acuity sufficient to evaluate, treat,and monitor client needs and maintain accurate records. Fine motor skillssufficient to legibly document and communicate. Routine 8-10 hour shifts withweekends off. Will serve on call for oneweek approximately every two months.

SALARY: $41,600 ANNUALLY