Family Development Specialist - Autism Spectrum Disorder

About the role

The Family Development Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting clients and families by developing and implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and linking them to necessary services.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate care for clients and families with the input of the treatment team and the Clinical Supervisor.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapeutic interventions, as well as skill-building, outlined in the Treatment Plan.
• Attend and actively participate in weekly Treatment Team meetings.
• Link clients and families with specific services and resources as identified in the treatment plan.
• Serve as a liaison with other professionals, agencies, and community resources related to the client, ensuring their needs are met in a comprehensive manner.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with organizational policy and regulatory standards.
• Actively recruit new referrals to maintain a full caseload.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support for clients as required by the program.
• Ensure compliance with all state regulatory bodies and COA standards.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities as assigned, to stay current with best practices for quality service delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services discipline such as Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or a related field, is required.
• Minimum of two years experience working with children and/or families. This experience may include internships and volunteer work.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of COA accreditation standards and regulations.

Skills

• Therapeutic intervention skills.
• Client-centered care approach.
• Collaborative problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Full-time employees enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and other voluntary insurance products.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 8 mental health counseling sessions annually.
• Additional benefits include a Health Savings Account with company contribution, a Flexible Spending Account, a 401(k) Retirement Plan, and tickets to various events.

Pay

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate client needs and personal commitments.