LifeSet Specialist

Overview

• Carry an average caseload of 9-12 youth including LifeSet (weekly sessions) and EFC (monthly sessions); frequency of sessions may increase or decrease as directed by the Clinical Supervisor on the basis of clinical need.
• Provide on call crisis support to LifeSet clients 24 hours a day 7 days a week (alternating on-call duties with other specialists).
• Provide accurate and complete information to Clinical Supervisor in a timely manner in the event of a crisis situation.
• Implement suggestions of interventions provided by supervisor and / or consultant in a timely manner to be reflected in the next treatment plan cycle.
• Participate weekly in all supervision exercises to ensure the appropriate conceptualization and implementation of treatment.
• Provide all therapeutic services in accordance with Youth Villages’ Mission and Values and LifeSet Model Principles.
• Conduct on-going assessment of the young adult’s needs from a strength focused, solution-based perspective.
• Engage and align with the young adult and their support system to elicit full participation in treatment.
• Attend court hearings and foster care review boards with EFC young adults

Additional Information

Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance.

Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.

Qualifications

Requirements

A Master's degree in a social services discipline is strongly preferred

A Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline is required

Degrees that can be considered include : social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy.

Other degrees will have to be evaluated further to determine if they meet the qualifications.

One year of related experience in counseling and / or case management is required

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Basic computer knowledge

Ability to maintain a flexible schedule

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision

401(k)

2 weeks paid vacation

12 paid sick days per year

11 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision

Growth & development through continuous training

Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities