Family Support Provider - Youth Advocate Programs : Job Details

Status: Full-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Summary of the Position: In-home Family Support provider is responsible for allowing the member and family to practice and implement the coping strategies introduced by the In-Home Family Therapist.

• The Family Support worker works with the member and family on the practical application of the skills ad interventions that will allow that member and family to function more effectively.
• The Family Support Worker assist the Family Therapist by helping the parent/child communicate their concerns; providing feedback to the Therapist about observable family dynamics; helping the family and youth implement changes discussed in Family Therapy and/or Parenting Classes; Providing education to parent/legal representative regarding their child's mental illness; coaching, supporting, and encouraging new parenting techniques; helping parents/legal representatives learn new parenting skills specific to meet the needs of their child; participating in family activities and parent/legal representative in applying specific and on-the-spot parenting methods.
• Ensure that all components of the treatment plan are being implemented and are clinically appropriate as determined by the diagnosis and assessment.
• Ensure that all services are provided in compliance with YAP policies and State/Federal regulations.

Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in one of the following human service fields required: Psychology, counseling, or social work preferred but not required.

• Experience in the provision of home and community-based mental health services

Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage. Benefits Available:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.