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Full-Time Therapist / Counselor – Mental Health for Youth (MH4Y)
Youth Services Network is a community based agency located in Rockford, Illinois. The mission of Youth Services Network is to develop, provide and coordinate services to improve the physical, psychological and social well-being of youth and families. All services are trauma-informed, strength based and provided in the community.
We are looking for a Creative and Team-Oriented, Master’s level therapist:
Therapist/Counselor Job Responsibilities:
• Establishes positive, trusting rapport with clients.
• Diagnoses and treats mental health disorders.
• Creates individualized treatment plans according to client needs and circumstances.
• Meets with clients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Conducts ongoing assessments of client progress.
• Maintains thorough records of client meetings and progress.
• Follows all safety protocols and maintains client confidentiality.
• Assist with measurable outcomes and statistics.
• Participate in the team approach and wrap-around service model.
Therapist/Counselor Qualifications/Skills:
• Master’s Degree or pursuing a Master’s in social work, counseling, or related field.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to build rapport quickly.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to communicate with compassion and empathy.
• Strong ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Knowledge of Trauma informed practices.
• Experience with youth and young adults.
Youth Services Network offers:
• Individual and group clinical supervision
• Health and life insurance with dental and vision
• Mileage reimbursement
• 10 days paid vacation
• 12 paid holidays a year
• 2 personal days a year
• 12 paid sick days a year
• Many training opportunities
• Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Simple IRA after 2 years of full-time employment
To join our growing team please send resumes to:
Youth Services Network
107 N. 3rd St.
Rockford, IL 61107
[email protected]
Job Description – Case Manager – Mental Health for Youth (MH4Y)
Youth Services Network (YSN) is a community-based agency located in Rockford, Illinois. The mission of YSN is to develop, provide and coordinate services to improve the physical, psychological and social well-being of youth and families. All services are trauma-informed, strength based and provided in the community.
We are looking for a Creative and Team-Oriented, Bachelor’s level Case Manager to join our flexible, rewarding and collaborative team. This is a full-time position to provide mental health case management services to children and young adults who may be at risk for and/or experiencing homelessness.
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree or pursuing a Bachelor’s in a human services-
related field.
EXPERIENCE: Experience working with youth, mental health services, trauma informed interventions, wraparound services, facilitation, and the coordination of resources. 1 to 3 years of experience in case management.
SKILLS: Positive communication, organization, leadership, and writing skills. Empathy for families and acceptance of diversity. Willing to work outside typical work schedule as needed which can include weekends.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receive referrals, assist with the intake process, and assure paperwork is complete.
Provide mentoring, role modeling, and out-of-home activities as needed.
Provide assessment and linkage of clients to services.
Establish and facilitate wraparound meetings and manage service progression.
Participate in training, conferences, and workshops.
Maintain quality documented files.
Assist with measurable outcomes and statistics.
Provide case management to children and young adults.
All other duties as assigned.
Youth Services Network offers:
• Individual and group clinical supervision
• Health and life insurance with dental and vision
• Mileage reimbursement
• 10 days paid vacation
• 12 paid holidays a year
• 2 personal days a year
• 12 paid sick days a year
• Many training opportunities
• Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Simple IRA after 2 years of full-time employment
To join our growing team please send resumes to:
Youth Services Network
107 N. 3rd St.
Rockford, IL 61107
[email protected]
Early Intervention Service Coordinator (EISC)
This is a full-time position to provide home and community-based services to individuals and families.
General Description: To serve families and children from birth to three years of age who are developmentally delayed and who are in need of services to promote development and maintain the child in their natural environment. The EISC shall provide information and referral, family and child needs assessments, arrange for eligibility determine, develop individualized Family Service Plans and linkage to community services. The EISC reports to the CFC Program Supervisor.
Responsibilities:
• Receives referrals for children and families to access Early Intervention Services.
• Establish and maintain the comprehensive Early Intervention record housed at the CFC office.
• Conduct and complete an intake for each child referred in adherence to all state and federal regulations.
• Arrange for necessary evaluations and assessments that will determine Early Intervention eligibility and appropriate services.
• Ensure that eligibility determination is completed according to all state and federal regulations.
• Complete Family Fee Assessments.
• Collect required insurance information and determine insurance providers the family will be required to use unless otherwise waived.
• Facilitate the initial Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) meeting and complete an initial IFSP.
• Ensure families are referred to appropriate services provided in a timely manner.
• Complete 6-month IFSP reviews, annual eligibility redeterminations, and annual IFSPs in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Perform data management functions related to the collection of appropriate data, decimation and services authorizations as required by state and federal regulations.
• Ensure family choice in service plan implementation.
• Meet established state performance benchmarks as defined by the department of Human Services.
• Perform/Complete other state established criteria as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree or higher in human services, behavioral science, social science or health related field or a current license as a Registered Nurse. Must be able to obtain an El Service Coordinator professional credential and maintain that credential. Should possess a working knowledge of the Early Intervention System.
Essential Functions:
• Possess a valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance. Muse be able to drive moderate distances.
• Develop written service plans and have the mental ability to assess the situation and to analyze and determine additional service needs.
• Records information and activities as required by agency procedures, and state and federal agencies, such as but not limited to record notes, forms, handwriting and computer.
• Uses professional interviewing techniques and is able to communicate effectively with families, state and community organizations as appropriate.
• Must have a mental ability to analyze a situation and be able to recommend resources and services to families and community organizations as appropriate.
• Uses phone to coordinate with community resources, services and follow-up with families, providers and other service related contacts.
Redeploy Illinois Therapist
This is a full-time position to provide home and community-based services to boys and girls, 13 years of age and above, and their families.
EDUCATION: Minimum of a Master’s Degree in a human services related field.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two (2) years experience working with children/
adolescents. Familiarity with behavior issues, the juvenile
justice system, wraparound services, and community systems.
SKILLS: Excellent communication and organizational skills, Ability to
work with a team to engage teen boys and girls in modifying their behaviors while enhancing their strengths.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Receive referrals from Winnebago County Juvenile Probation. Assure assessments, case
notes, and quarterly reports are completed in accordance with policy.
2. Provide individual, family, and group counseling, recreation, and life skills training.
3. Provide linkage of clients and families to community services.
4. Participate in local and statewide Redeploy meetings.
5. Participate in trainings, conferences, and workshops to enhance skills necessary for the
position.
Job Description for MELD Case Manager
This is a full-time position to provide home and community-based services to individuals and families. Must have knowledge of and experience with youth development, resiliency, and childhood trauma.
Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a human services related field.
Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience working with children/ adolescents.
Skills: Demonstrate ability in both verbal and written communication.
Valid driver’s license, proof of automobile liability insurance, and access to an automobile to make home visits and to transport clients.
Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services to residents in the MELD shelter and transitional living programs.
2. Participate in resident assessment and intakes, service planning and document activities.
3. Provide assessment and referrals to services.
4. Participate in monthly and quarterly resident staffings.
5. Complete and submit all necessary reports to the Homeless Youth Supervisor.
6. Participate in professional education opportunities and community meetings as necessary.
7. Provide in-home mentoring, role modeling, and out-of-home activities (i.e. job searching, tutoring, monitoring of school attendance, transportation to services, etc.).
8. Participate in shelter coverage as necessary.
9. Evenings and weekends are required and some on-call.
Youth Services Network is a community based agency located in Rockford, Illinois that provides therapy and supportive services to children and families that have experienced trauma.
The mission of Youth Services Network is to develop, provide and coordinate services to improve the physical, psychological and social well-being of youth and families. All services are trauma-informed, strength based and provided in the community.
Youth Services Network is a state licensed child welfare agency that has been in existence since 1982.
We are looking for a Creative and Team-Oriented Master’s level therapist to join our flexible, rewarding and collaborative team.
Preferred skills:
• Knowledge of community resources
• Knowledge of Trauma informed practices
• 2-3 years experience working with youth
• Good written and verbal communication skills
We offer:
• Individual and group clinical supervision
• Health and life insurance with dental and vision
• Mileage reimbursement
• 10 days paid vacation
• 11 paid holidays a year
• 2 personal days a year
• 12 paid sick days a year
• Paid holiday break between Christmas and New Years
• Many training opportunities
• Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Simple IRA after 2 years of full-time employment