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About the Role
The Family Specialist is responsible for coordinating therapeutic activities for youth and families to enable them to live safely, productively, and independently within their home community.
Responsibilities
- Provide a steady presence during crisis situations, helping youth restore safety and stability through a calm, solution-focused approach.
- Support youth and families throughout the full course of care, including assessment, supportive counseling, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
- Facilitate psycho-educational and independent living groups covering topics such as budgeting, job applications, cooking, housing, healthcare, and daily living skills.
- Serve as the link between school and home, attending CSE and IEP meetings, advocating for appropriate supports, and maintaining educational continuity through transitions.
- Fulfill multiple roles daily, acting as a mentor, job coach, educator, and advocate.
- Structure home visits as goal-driven time to rebuild trust and communication between youth and family.
- Lead treatment reviews to align the team around a shared plan and track progress.
- Maintain strong working relationships with referring agencies and county caseworkers for coordinated service delivery.
- Complete documentation accurately and on time, capturing youth progress according to state and agency standards.
Requirements
- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience working with diverse youth and families.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends as needed.
- Must possess a current and valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
- Ability to work with economically and culturally diverse populations.
Skills
- Crisis intervention in a solution-focused manner
- Communication skills (written, verbal, listening)
Location
- Gloversville, NY
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 1-3 years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
- MSW preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $23.08 - $25.24 Hourly
Benefits
- Paid Orientation & Training (2-3 weeks, fully paid, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
About the Company
- Together for Youth is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where diversity is valued and recognized as a source of strength and enrichment.
- We seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures.
- As a federal contractor, Together for Youth will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
- Compensation information disclosure is restricted to specific legal requirements and internal investigations.
Equal Opportunity
- Together for Youth is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.