Overview:

Company Overview

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. 

If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

Responsibilities:

Position Overview

Educate families, providers and the community about the Wraparound process

Provide education and assistance in navigating the child serving systems (child welfare, education, behavioral/mental health, juvenile justice, school, primary care, etc.)

Facilitate and assist in identifying formal and informal community resources, support, coaching, and training for the parent(s) / guardian(s)

Empower family to make their own decisions and take control of their life

Assist family in learning how to problem solve, set goals, make decisions, and advocate for themselves

Assist the youth and parent/guardian to articulate the youth’s strengths, needs and goals

Schedule at least one face-to-face meeting with family prior to the first Wraparound Child & Family Team meeting to aid the youth and parent(s)/guardian(s) in preparing for the first

Wraparound Child & Family Team meeting.

Attend appropriate meetings as requested by the youth / parent(s) / guardian(s)

Attend community meetings as required under grant or contract deliverables

Attend the North Carolina Family Partner State quarterly meeting

Complete all required reports and other paperwork as directed

Report Right Away to the proper state/legal authorities—this is any situation you observe that is dangerous to yourself or others

Work in collaboration with Wraparound Coach/Supervisor and Wraparound Facilitator to strengthen Wraparound Team rapport and overcome challenges

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

Experience as a primary caregiver of a youth with special needs, and preferably a youth with mental health needs; AND

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university and one (1) year of experience working with the target population; OR

Associate’s degree in a human service field from an accredited school and one (1) year of experience working with children/adolescents/transition age youth; OR

High school diploma or GED and a minimum of five (5) years of experience working as a primary caregiver with children/adolescents/transition age youth

Experience in navigating any of the child and family serving systems and teaching family members who are involved with the child and family serving systems

An understanding of, and experience with different child-serving systems, including schools, mental health, child welfare, juvenile justice, health and others

Possess a current, valid driver’s license and automobile with proof of auto insurance        

Participate in, and successfully complete, all required training

Willingness to complete the HFW Coaching and Training credentialing

A knowledge of community resources; preferably experience with local resources

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

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.