The Family Intervention Specialist will provide a continuum of substance abuse and co-occurring Substance Use/Mental Health services. Plans include screening, assessment, specialized outreach, linkage, monitoring, planning, and advocacy to adults with substance abuse issues involved with the child welfare system.

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM -4:30 PM

JOB BENEFITS

Full Health/Dental/Vision/Disability Benefits, and 401(k) Matching
Non-Profit Organization Student Loan Forgiveness
Company Discount Program

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and at least 2 years of related work experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports. Ability to speak effectively. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or scheduled form. Knowledge of the 12-step program, behavior modification, case management, and addiction. Valid Florida driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation for traveling within Hillsborough County.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct comprehensive assessments in the community or in-home families involved in the child welfare system of care to determine the most appropriate treatment, referral source, and level of care.
Provide outreach services to assist in minimizing barriers to successful linkage (and completion of) the appropriate level of substance abuse or co-occurring SA/MH disorder treatment.
Develop an Intervention Plan with the client and review monthly to monitor progress and revise as necessary.
Utilize Motivational Interviewing techniques to engage the client in the recommended level of treatment and provide supportive counseling a minimum of x1 monthly throughout the continuum of care to enhance compliance and recovery efforts.
Engage and link clients to appropriate ancillary community resources and monitor and follow up on case management referrals. Coordinate client transportation to services, as needed.
Provide clinical consultation regarding family substance abuse or co-occurring SA/MH problems, family progress, and related clinical issues to child welfare professionals.
Participate in clinical staffing at treatment programs, as needed.
Provide crisis intervention, as necessary.
Prepare and maintain documentation in accordance with 65D-30 licensure standards and contractual requirements for funding sources.
Participate in Family Intervention Services development activities and external professional development activities.

WORK ENVIROMENT

Apply