Company Description:

RiverValley Behavioral Health is a leading provider of substance use disorder treatment and recovery services, dedicated to supporting individuals and families on their journey to wellness. We are committed to offering comprehensive, evidence-based care that empowers individuals and their loved ones to achieve lasting recovery. We are currently seeking a compassionate and focused Family Support Navigator to join our team and provide invaluable support to families affected by substance use disorders.

Position Summary:

The Children's Coordinator provides care coordination and support services to children 0-17 who have a parent in residential treatment and/or receiving recovery support services. This position helps children and their families obtain and coordinate therapeutic and supportive services that address the juvenile's mental health challenges, as well as the related social, recreational, health, educational, and family needs. The Children's Coordinator serves as a role model of recovery and facilitates connections to resources, information, and community services that promote healing and resilience. The position will typically work with 20 children and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

Provides mental health service coordination and support services for children and adolescents with a parent in residential SUD treatment or recovery services.

Plays an important role in providing one-on-one and group support to children, adolescents, and their families affected by substance use disorders, offering a listening ear, empathy, and understanding.

Helps the project team pinpoint and address Social Determinants of Health impacting children/adolescents and their families affected by substance use disorders and mental health issues.

Provides psychoeducation and prevention programs to children and adolescents about addiction, empowering them to become advocates for themselves.

Facilitate family support groups and workshops to address topics Mental Health First Aid, parenting, communication skills, setting boundaries, and self-care.

Collaborate with the treatment team to develop individualized and person-centered support plans that align with the child or adolescent's treatment goals.

Advocate for the needs of the children and other family members while their parent or loved one is receiving treatment and other supports while helping to reduce stigma and increase access to resources.

Schedules home visits and assists families in navigating the healthcare system, insurance, and other social services to ensure they receive comprehensive support.

Maintains accurate and confidential documentation of interactions with clients and progress towards goals.

Serves as a liaison between clients and treatment providers and/or support services, promoting open communication and understanding.

Participates in team meetings, case conferences, and trainings to enhance knowledge and skills in supporting families.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology child development or human services-related field of study. Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) a plus.

One year experience working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral issues in a clinical or social service support role.

Must have knowledge, education, and experience of child developmental stages, the signs of mental health symptoms in children and adolescents, and working with parents confronted with cognitive impairment, mental illness, chemical dependency, and/or domestic violence and trauma.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with individuals and families.

Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and as part of a larger team.

Comfortable presenting information in front of groups of 20.

Empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental attitude towards individuals and families seeking support.

Familiarity with holistic treatment approaches, harm reduction and abstinence models, community resources and social services for families.

Possess a current driver's license in good standing and maintain own reliable transportation.

Ability to travel in the seven-county region.