Family Support Specialist - IICAPS
About The Village
The Village is a leader in supporting children and families since 1918. We offer a wide range of services including behavioral health, early childhood, youth development, substance use treatment, and family support across Greater Hartford, CT. The organization is recognized as a Top Workplace and emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
About The Program
This role supports the IICAPS model, providing intensive home-based services to children at risk of psychiatric hospitalization. Services include individual and family therapy, parenting skills training, 24/7 crisis support, case management, and advocacy. You will work as part of a two-person team (Clinician + Mental Health Counselor) and collaborate with DCF, schools, community providers, and psychiatric partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Comprehensive assessments and family engagement
- Treatment planning and service contracting
- Implementing and adjusting treatment plans as needed
- Discharge planning and linkage to community services
- Case management and advocacy
- Community collaboration with schools, courts, hospitals, and partner agencies
- Accurate, timely clinical documentation
- Active participation in team meetings, supervision, and agency initiatives
- Community representation
Required Experience
- BA in Human Services or BSW required
- 3 years' experience in human services preferred
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Cultural competency and experience with inner city youth
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
- Commitment to Performance Based Accountability
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation may be required
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications
Required Education
BA in Human Services or BSW required
Benefits
Our benefits package includes comprehensive health coverage, generous paid time off, and employer-matched retirement savings. We also offer tuition assistance, loan forgiveness programs, and student loan repayment.
Keyword
Intensive home-based services, psychiatric hospitalization prevention, individual therapy, family therapy, parenting skills training, crisis support, case management, discharge planning, community