YOUTH VILLAGES, INC.·Jackson, Tennessee
The Thrive Family Specialist carries a caseload of 8 to 12 families, providing in-home treatment and weekly family sessions. They also offer on-call crisis support and participate in professional development meetings.
For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.
For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org [http://www.youthvillages.org/]
Thrive is an in-home preventive program tailored for youth (ages 0 to 18) involved in the juvenile justice system.
Designed to intervene immediately following their initial encounters with the system, Thrive aims to divert youth from further juvenile justice involvement through family-based services that integrate evidence-based interventions, such as Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Thrive addresses the underlying factors contributing to delinquent behaviors and provides motivation for change.
This program provides trauma-informed care that builds resiliency in youth who often face increased risks due to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
By actively engaging the entire family unit, Thrive adopts a holistic approach to treatment, facilitating early intervention that promotes positive, long-term outcomes while reducing the likelihood of an out-of-home placement.
Duties: and Responsibilities:
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of youth and families served.
Applicants must possess a current, valid driver’s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.
Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.
$52,000 - $60,000 / year based on education and clinical license
*Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.
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.
A bachelor's degree in a social services discipline is required, with a master's degree preferred. Experience working with youth or families in crisis intervention is preferred, along with strong organizational and communication skills.
Market context
In Tennessee, THRIVE Family Specialist roles typically attract candidates with social services training and experience supporting youth or families in crisis intervention. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a bachelor’s degree, prefer a master’s degree, and value strong organization and communication skills; on this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time. Before applying, match your experience to crisis support, family engagement, and documentation work, and review the listed benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.