Together for Youth·Malone, New York
The specialist provides supportive casework counseling in homes to preserve family units and ensure children's safety and permanency. Responsibilities include conducting family assessments, developing treatment plans, and coordinating with community schools and resource agencies.
Ability to handle crisis intervention in solution focused manner as well as communication skills including written, verbal and listening skills. Bilingual is a plus! Equal Opportunity Employer 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. We are 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. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) #PREVTFY
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in human services or a related field and at least one year of experience with at-risk youth and families. A valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including on-call hours are required.
Market context
In New York, prevention and family support roles are often driven by school, community, and child-welfare needs, especially in rural areas where staff may cover broad service territories. These positions are competitive because employers look for a bachelor’s degree, experience with at-risk youth and families, and flexibility for on-call work and travel. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your driver’s license, vehicle access, and schedule availability before applying.