Youth & Family Support Specialist
PATHWAYS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES INC
Location
Houston, Texas
Salary
$18 - $21 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The specialist provides continuous monitoring, support, and service coordination for foster, adoptive, and kinship families caring for youth aged 14 and older, acting as a liaison between families, service providers, and the organization. Key duties involve family development, client placement monitoring, providing aftercare services, and facilitating necessary training for families and staff.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in a human services field with two years of supervised child-Placing experience, or a master's degree with one or two years of experience depending on specific coursework/Practicum hours. Additional requirements include a valid texas driver's license, reliable transportation, cleared background checks, and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.