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Youth and Family Specialist

VisionQuest
Dover, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 2/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2025

VQ is a national comprehensive child, youth and family services organization committed to providing successful and effective services while adhering to the highest professional standards.

VQ operates around the nation, providing care services such as residential programming, community-based services, and in-home services for children and their families. We work with state and federal governments to go where the need is greatest and give back to communities that need our services the most. Regardless of the circumstances and background that a child comes from, we believe they deserve an opportunity for a good life.


The Youth and Family Specialist provides direct, community-based services to at-risk youth involved in the juvenile justice system. This role supports youth and their families by addressing day-to-day challenges, facilitating connections to emergency services, and advocating within the system. Working under the direction of the Program Supervisor, the Youth and Family Specialist ensures the effective delivery of services requested by Delaware DSCYF Probation Officers (POs) and supports families in navigating complex systems.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Service Delivery and Advocacy:
    • Provide direct services to youth and their families as outlined by program requirements, including, but not limited to (Accountability, Community Service, Guided Recreation, and Family Meetings, etc.)
    • Support parents by addressing the challenges of raising children with emotional and behavioral needs.
    • Assist families in navigating system processes and translating technical jargon to ensure clarity and understanding.
    • Advocate for youth and families within the system, fostering confidence and skills to empower self-advocacy.
  • Facilitation and Coordination:
    • Co-facilitate programs such as Aggression Replacement Training, Cognitive-Behavioral Skills, Casey Life Skills, Girls Self-Esteem, and Street Smart.
    • Conduct regular check-ins with the Program Supervisor to review service delivery and address the needs of youth and families.
    • Coordinate with families and community resources to provide emergency services when required, including police or crisis hotline interventions.
  • Documentation and Compliance:
    • Maintain detailed records of all family and youth interactions, services provided, and communications with probation officers and external agencies.
    • Input all service data into VisionQuest’s Extended Reach database within two (2) business days of completion.
    • Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state regulations to ensure compliance with program standards.
  • Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors.


SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to listen actively and build trust.
  • Compassionate and supportive approach to working with youth and families.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in human services, social services, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in child welfare or related standards preferred but not required


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • Flexible schedule (evening, weekends, holidays) to facilitate program services.
  • Cleared background checks from appropriate entities.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive to facilitate program services as required.


WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • May lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds infrequently.
  • Performs tasks that may involve standing or walking 50% of the day; sitting 50%of the day.
  • May bend, stoop, reach and grasp as necessary.

The pay range for this role is:
18.53 - 18.53 USD per hour(DE HomeQuest Dover)

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