Job description

Job Summary:

Youth for Christ seeks a compassionate and skilled Intervention Specialist to provide group counseling and individual mentoring to adolescents struggling with substance use and emotional well-being. Working within a Christian framework, this individual will integrate faith-based principles with evidence-based practices to help young people develop healthy coping mechanisms, make positive life choices, and experience the love and hope found in Christ. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player. Due to the nature of our work, strong teamwork skills are crucial for achieving our goals. However, a high degree of autonomy is required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Function as a community resource to schools, and other community agencies.

• Provide substance abuse education and/or emotional management tools and techniques to 11-19-year-olds in a group setting at either assigned school or community site.
• Complete and update student attendance records and charts.
• Provide appropriate certificates and letters for those who attend.
• Effectively communicate with parents, guardians, school administration and/or community partners.
• Manage incoming referrals from school districts and partnering agencies.
• Represent YFC/PBAR professionally at all times.
• Build relationships with schools, agencies, and institutions to promote Point Break Adolescent Resources.

YFC Team Ministry

• Participate in staff meetings.
• Complete ministry reports for your supervisor weekly.
• Complete time sheets and submit them to your supervisor on time.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith and a passion for youth ministry.
• Mental Health Specialist or Substance Abuse certification or similar credential preferred.
• Experience working with youth facing challenging circumstances.
• Knowledge of evidence-based intervention strategies and best practices.
• Strong clinical skills, including assessment, treatment planning, and counseling.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Current knowledge of confidentiality and ethical standards practice.

Hours:

20-30 hours per week, some travel required.

Compensation:

$20-24/hour depending on experience.

Benefits:

All employees receive vacation and sick leave

All employees receive mileage reimbursement

All part-time employees receive cell phone reimbursement up to $50/month

Note: Because Youth for Christ is a faith-based organization, we are legally permitted to consider an applicant’s religious beliefs as a factor in employment, as permitted by law.

Join us at a pivotal time as we build and grow! This role is still taking shape, and we’re looking for someone who’s excited to bring their unique strengths and collaborate with us to help define it.