What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Specialist position at Roots Through Recovery?
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : BRIDGE Family Support Specialist
Classification : Contract, Part-time to Full-time
Location : Outpatient Center in Long Beach & Field-based
Requires Travel : Yes
Summary :
The BRIDGE Family Support Specialist will provide outreach, education, and support services to families and caregivers of youth experiencing substance use. This role involves facilitating support groups, conducting individual support sessions, and engaging in community outreach efforts. The BRIDGE Family Support Specialist will work closely with community partners and the clinical team at Roots to ensure that families receive the guidance and resources they need to support youth in their recovery journey.
This is a full-time, paid internship opportunity designed for individuals pursuing or holding professional certifications in substance use disorder (SUD) counseling or licensed in social work, marriage and family therapy, or professional counseling. The ideal candidate will have experience working with youth and families affected by substance use issues, and in school settings in particular.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Including, but not limited to, the following described duties - reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.
- Requires travel within Los Angeles, Long Beach, and surrounding areas.
- Conduct outreach to families and caregivers of youth experiencing substance use, providing education and resources.
- Facilitate and lead support groups for families and caregivers of youth experiencing substance use.
- Provide individual support sessions to families to assist with understanding substance use and available resources.
- Develop and implement educational workshops and materials for families and the community.
- Assist in coordinating referrals to additional services, including therapy, case management, and community resources.
- Collaborate with the clinical and outreach teams to develop effective strategies for community engagement.
- Maintain detailed documentation of support sessions and outreach efforts in accordance with organizational and funding source policies.
- Participate in team meetings, supervision, and professional development opportunities.
- Ensure that all outreach and educational efforts are culturally responsive and inclusive.
- Represent the organization at community events, partner meetings, and networking opportunities.
Education and Experience :
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :
Desired Skills and Competencies
Work Environment :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
