Job Details

Overview

Youth Villages has been a national leader in research-based treatment philosophies in children's mental and behavioral health for over 30 years, offering a comprehensive array of programs and services to help troubled children and their families succeed.

If you seek a positive career move where you can meet life's challenges and make a meaningful difference, Youth Villages is the place for you. We value individuals with a strong sense of purpose and focus, committed to building confidence in themselves and our organization.

Responsibilities

Program Overview

The Mississippi Division of Medicaid developed the MYPAC program to support troubled children and their families at home, especially when mental health diagnoses and family challenges make it difficult for children to remain in the home environment.

Position Overview

• Manage a caseload of 10-12 youth and families, providing care coordination services
• Facilitate wraparound meetings
• Collaborate with families and key stakeholders to develop the Individual Service Plan
• Create and update the Individualized Crisis Management Plan (ICMP) as needed
• Provide crisis support on a 24/7 basis as part of on-call responsibilities
• Assess crisis calls to determine appropriate assistance
• Complete care coordination activities as outlined in wraparound meetings
• Transport clients to appointments and activities when necessary
• Monitor medication administration

Additional Information

The schedule is flexible and non-traditional, aligned with the availability of youth and families. Applicants must have a valid drivers license, a personal vehicle for work purposes, and auto insurance. Mileage reimbursement is available for community-based staff.

Salary

$48,000 - $55,000 annually, depending on education and clinical licensure

Qualifications

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline with experience working with at-risk youth, adults, or families is required. A Master's degree in a related field such as social work, counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy is preferred. Other degrees may be considered upon further evaluation. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, basic computer skills, and flexibility in scheduling are essential.

Benefits

Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage; 401(k); two weeks paid vacation; 12 paid sick days; 11 paid holidays; parental leave; mileage and cell phone reimbursement; tuition reimbursement; licensure supervision; ongoing training; and opportunities for clinical and administrative advancement.

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment in all forms and promote respect and understanding across all communities we serve and employ.