Youth Villages

Foster Care Specialist – Nashville

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Job Summary

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 35+ 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.

Job Responsibilities

Program Overview

Our Foster Care program works with the foster care children to talk about their referral issues and to discuss why they are in foster care. Foster Care Specialists serve as a liaison between the child and the court and is always an advocate for the best needs of the child. The Youth Villages Foster Care Program uses intensive in-home based treatment where interventions are parent focused bringing change through the family, school, community, and peer groups.

 

Position Overview

  • Specialists provide services to the entire family, rather than just the identified youth. They work with the family hands-on to build trust and align them with treatment
  • Specialists are responsible for a caseload of 8-10 families
  • Intensive but flexible schedule. Specialists deliver services in the family’s home or wherever they need us (school, court, etc.) and flexibly schedule sessions to meet the family’s needs; on-call rotation required.
  • Documentation that is on-line/ web-based and available to you from home
  • Specialists meet with supervisors at least three times per week to discuss progress and personal development.

Qualifications

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 experience counseling adolescents in a clinical setting is preferred
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.
Experience with the Foster Care System is preferred
Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Basic computer knowledge
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule
You must have your own vehicle to use for work purposes as well as have liability insurance

Acceptable driving record – Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months

 

Additional Information

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
Retirement Savings Pension Plan
401(k)
2 weeks paid vacation
12 paid sick days per year
11 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave
Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement

 

How to Apply

Apply on our website at – https://careers-youthvillages.icims.com/jobs/24058/foster-care-specialist/job

Details

  • Date Posted: April 7, 2025
  • Type: Full-Time
  • Job Function: Other
  • Service Area: Health (Physical, Mental)