What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Clinician position at Wayside Youth & Family Support Network?
Family Clinician
Young Adult Services - Arlington
Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00/year depending on experience sign on bonus (half paid after 30 days of employment and the other half paid after 90 days of employment/pro-rated for part time).
Wayside Youth & Family Support Network is hiring a full-time, Family Clinician to provide direct clinical services and coordinate clinical program development for clients and their families in our Arlington young adult program. We provide a supportive culture that allows for a balance of personal responsibilities and professional development while contributing to the community.
What you will do:
Utilize trauma informed and culturally responsive interventions with young adults and their families.
Assist young adults and their families in navigating systems to promote their awareness of resources and access to support.
Conduct family meetings when requested by young adults.
Empower young adults in the milieu environment with skills and strategies to support their mental and behavioral health needs.
Create treatment plans and interventions to support skill-based growth.
Promote and strengthen the young adults’ natural support to foster a welcoming and supportive community for the young adult.
Ensure that young adult’s rights are respected, particularly regarding cultural competency.
Work with other community-based organizations to provide services and care for youth and their families.
Provide crisis interventions and support, work with local ESP teams for additional clinical support.
Participate in program On-call rotation as assigned.
Competencies/Traits of Our Superstars:
Talent connecting with people.
Strong communication skills –both written and verbal.
Ability to assess and manage risk.
Flexibility, creative thinking, and adapt to competing priorities.
Minimum Requirements:
Master’s degree in social work, Mental Health Counseling or related field.
Valid driver’s license/access to reliable automobile.
We will train you in: Motivational Interviewing; Attachment, Regulation and Competency Model (ARC); Courageous Conversations; Trauma Informed Practice; Substance Use Intervention; Risk and Safety Assessment.
Salary : $65,000 - $70,000
