Intervention Specialist

Job description

Job Summary:

Youth for Christ seeks a compassionate and skilled Intervention Specialist to provide group counseling and individual mentoring to adolescents struggling with substance use and emotional well-being. Working within a Christian framework, this individual will integrate faith-based principles with evidence-based practices to help young people develop healthy coping mechanisms, make positive life choices, and experience the love and hope found in Christ. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player. Due to the nature of our work, strong teamwork skills are crucial for achieving our goals. However, a high degree of autonomy is required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Function as a community resource to schools, and other community agencies.

• Provide substance abuse education and/or emotional management tools and techniques to 11-19-year-olds in a group setting at either assigned school or community site.
• Complete and update student attendance records and charts.
• Provide appropriate certificates and letters for those who attend.
• Effectively communicate with parents, guardians, school administration and/or community partners.
• Manage incoming referrals from school districts and partnering agencies.
• Represent YFC/PBAR professionally at all times.
• Build relationships with schools, agencies, and institutions to promote Point Break Adolescent Resources.

YFC Team Ministry

• Participate in staff meetings.
• Complete ministry reports for your supervisor weekly.
• Complete time sheets and submit them to your supervisor on time.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith and a passion for youth ministry.
• Mental Health Specialist or Substance Abuse certification or similar credential preferred.
• Experience working with youth facing challenging circumstances.
• Knowledge of evidence-based intervention strategies and best practices.
• Strong clinical skills, including assessment, treatment planning, and counseling.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Current knowledge of confidentiality and ethical standards practice.

Hours:

20-30 hours per week, some travel required.

Compensation:

$20-24/hour depending on experience.

Note: Because Youth for Christ is a faith-based organization, we are legally permitted to consider an applicant’s religious beliefs as a factor in employment, as permitted by law.