Transition Facilitator

Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s (JFCS) values each and every talented applicant, regardless of religious beliefs, race, age, origin, gender, sexual orientation, or cultural background. JFCS places a high value on inclusion and diversity, whether that applies to our employees or the nearly 40,000 clients receiving our services throughout the Valley.

Youth in Transition Program:

Transition Facilitator: The Transition Facilitator in the Youth in Transition Program will assist youth who are transitioning into the adult behavioral-health system by providing transitional learning opportunities, coaching, and overall support. This position helps youth in identifying and overcoming obstacles to living independently, obtaining employment, and obtaining post-secondary education.

• Provides adequate transition support while youth continue into the GMH/SA system, teaching independent living skills via community resources, and developing supportive social and recreational activities.
• May provide clients with transportation in the community.
• Conducts strength-based needs assessments related to transitioning youth.
• Coaches youths as they progress through levels of service.
• Identifies obstacles to living independently, obtaining employment, obtaining post-secondary education, and in developing supportive social and recreational activities.
• Develops strategies to assist youth in overcoming barriers.
• Assists youth in acquiring resources such as housing, employment, social security benefits, and Primary Care Physician services in support of a whole health integrated care approach.
• Collaborates with the SMI case manager, educators, and other service practitioners as needed to ensure appropriate services and support for clients.
• Develops support plans and promote involvement of parents in planning services.
• Develops and maintains community relationships to assist improving access to community services.
• Refers youth to appropriate clinical, behavioral specialists as needed.
• Charts and records services rendered. Collects data relevant to progress of youth across their goals, and at each active status along treatment path.

• Bachelor's Degree in behavioral health field preferred; a combination of experience and education may be considered.
• Relevant experience working in a behavioral-health setting.
• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Verification of education, employment, references
• MVR matching JFCS driving guidelines.
• AZ Driver's License and Valid Auto Insurance
• Bilingual preferred. Bilingual (Spanish-English) Pay Differential.

Benefits of Working with JFCS:

• Lucrative Bonus Programs for both full-time and part-time employees.
• FREE Primary HealthCare to all employees and every member of their household, regardless of relationship. This includes virtual doctor's visits, physicals, lab tests, x-rays, vaccinations, prescriptions, and telehealth.
• Bilingual Salary differential (English/Spanish)
• Generous Employee Referral Bonuses for both the new-hire and the referring employee.
• Flexible Scheduling and Telehealth Flexibility for many positions.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match
• We offer tuition and clinical license reimbursement.
• Numerous professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Generous paid time off / sick time allocations
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, & more.
• Wellness Coaching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for Loan Forgiveness Programs in many positions.