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
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Placement Specialist:
Manages referral and placement activities
Arranges admissions and meets parents/guardians as needed
Performs clerical, typing, and administrative duties required in support of placing the child in the appropriate program
Serves as primary liaison to assigned funding source/referral agent
Works with Placement Manager on special studies or projects
Completes daily/monthly reports as requested
Assists with on-call intake responsibilities
Processes referral calls and compiles packets in a specified time frame
Assesses referrals for appropriateness
Maintains an active referral list and a waiting list
Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Information:
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.
Salary:
$56,000 - $61,000 based on education and license
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
401 (k)
2 weeks paid vacation
12 paid sick days per year
11 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Licensure supervision
Growth & development through continuous training
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities
Qualifications:
It is Youth Villages’ policy to hire candidates that meet one of the following levels of education and experience:
Bachelor’s Degree Applicant Qualifications:
Must possess degree at time of application.
Degree must be in a clinical field of study.
Must have two years of full-time clinical experience (4,000 hours) with designated population.
Master’s Degree Applicant Qualifications:
Must possess degree at time of application.
Degree must be in a clinical field of study.
Must have one year of full-time clinical experience (2,000 hours) with designated population.
Clinical Licensed Applicant Qualifications:
Must hold one of the following licenses in the state of North Carolina: LCMHC-A, LMFT-A, LCSW-A, or LCAS-A.
All Applicants Must Have:
Experience with at-risk youth (which may include one or more of the following behaviors: truancy, alcohol/substance abuse, homicidal/suicidal ideations, problem sexual behavior, verbal/physical aggression, runaway, antisocial behaviors, etc.)
Experience with clinical case management or practice of therapeutic interventions
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Basic computer knowledge
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule
Youth Villages Benefits
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
401(k)
Time off:
2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)
12 paid sick days per year
11 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
Growth & development through continuous training
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities
*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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a clinical field of study.
- Two years full-time clinical experience with designated population for Bachelor's degree applicants.
- Master's degree in a clinical field of study for Master's degree applicants.
- One year full-time clinical experience with designated population for Master's degree applicants.
- Current clinical license in North Carolina (LCMHC-A, LMFT-A, LCSW-A, or LCAS-A).
- Experience with at-risk youth.
- Experience with clinical case management or therapeutic interventions.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
What We Do
Youth Villages is a national leader in mental and behavioral health, providing services to help children and young people with emotional, mental, and behavioral problems, and their families, live successfully. They focus on strengthening families and support systems using proven treatment models.
