Youth and Family Specialist

POSITION OVERVIEW:

To positively impact, guide and advise at-risk youth and parents/legal guardians that are faced with specific obstacles that hinder the successes of the individual.

Essential Functions:

This position requires travel to the area of Franklin, Roanoke, possibly Montgomery counties

• Responsible for meeting with the assigned clients(s) for agreed-upon time frames and assigned hours that are expected to be obtained.
• Act as a resource and guide to youth and/or parents and legal guardians of at-risk youth facing single - multiple barriers in life.
• Establish and maintain relationships with other agencies and organizations in the community to meet community needs.
• Work closely with agency staff, case managers, and other case partners through phone contact, in-person conferences, and group meetings.
• Always serve as an example/role model upholding the values and expectations of excellence.
• Accept and relate to clients who may not always share the mentor’s lifestyle and values.
• Complete all documentation, notes and other paperwork timely.
• Attend any necessary court appointments, school meetings or other appointments as needed.
• Responsible for identifying the needs of participants, supporting them in goal development and achievement and leveraging resources for assisting them in becoming self-sufficient.
• Responsible for the identification and coordination of resources such as local housing, emergency assistance, education, health and other social service providers for the benefit of clients.
• Support the youth/family while maintaining the proper respect for the clients' right to self-determination and independence.
• Organize educational activities in an individual setting to remediate basic skills and increase functional educational levels.
• Provide weekly overview emails regularly to case manager/probation officer and other parties that may be involved with the client.

Required Experience:

• High School Diploma, Associate, or Bachelor's degree in human services, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or related area is preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as to function effectively as a team
• Ability to prioritize tasks and document visits and contacts on a weekly basis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent professional follow-through when corresponding with partners, staff and colleagues.
• Working knowledge of computer applications, email and have a working functional personal laptop.
• Valid Driver’s License, clean driving record and an automobile are required
• Loves to have FUN and a PASSION for HELPING people!!

Benefits:

• Stipends, Job Flexibility, Team events

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $17