What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transition Facilitator position at Jewish Family & Children's Service?
Overview
Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s (JFCS) values each and every talented applicant, regardless of religious beliefs, race, age, origin, gender, sexual orientation, or cultural background. JFCS places a high value on inclusion and diversity, whether that applies to our employees or the nearly 40,000 clients receiving our services throughout the Valley.
Youth in Transition Program:
Transition Facilitator: The Transition Facilitator in the Youth in Transition Program will assist youth who are transitioning into the adult behavioral-health system by providing transitional learning opportunities, coaching, and overall support. This position helps youth in identifying and overcoming obstacles to living independently, obtaining employment, and obtaining post-secondary education.
Responsibilities
- Provides adequate transition support while youth continue into the GMH/SA system, teaching independent living skills via community resources, and developing supportive social and recreational activities.
- May provide clients with transportation in the community.
- Conducts strength-based needs assessments related to transitioning youth.
- Coaches youths as they progress through levels of service.
- Identifies obstacles to living independently, obtaining employment, obtaining post-secondary education, and in developing supportive social and recreational activities.
- Develops strategies to assist youth in overcoming barriers.
- Assists youth in acquiring resources such as housing, employment, social security benefits, and Primary Care Physician services in support of a whole health integrated care approach.
- Collaborates with the SMI case manager, educators, and other service practitioners as needed to ensure appropriate services and support for clients.
- Develops support plans and promote involvement of parents in planning services.
- Develops and maintains community relationships to assist improving access to community services.
- Refers youth to appropriate clinical, behavioral specialists as needed.
- Charts and records services rendered. Collects data relevant to progress of youth across their goals, and at each active status along treatment path.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in behavioral health field preferred; a combination of experience and education may be considered.
- Relevant experience working in a behavioral-health setting.
- Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Verification of education, employment, references
- MVR matching JFCS driving guidelines.
- AZ Driver's License and Valid Auto Insurance
- Bilingual preferred. Bilingual (Spanish-English) Pay Differential.
Benefits of Working with JFCS:
- Lucrative Bonus Programs for both full-time and part-time employees.
- FREE Primary HealthCare to all employees and every member of their household, regardless of relationship. This includes virtual doctor's visits, physicals, lab tests, x-rays, vaccinations, prescriptions, and telehealth.
- Bilingual Salary differential (English/Spanish)
- Generous Employee Referral Bonuses for both the new-hire and the referring employee.
- Flexible Scheduling and Telehealth Flexibility for many positions.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match
- We offer tuition and clinical license reimbursement.
- Numerous professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Generous paid time off / sick time allocations
- Comprehensive Employee Benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, & more.
- Wellness Coaching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Eligibility for Loan Forgiveness Programs in many positions.
