Current Available Positions

Position Overview:

 DFYF is seeking a School-Based Licensed Social Worker (LSW, LISW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC, LPCC) who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.  The role of the school-based clinician is to provide counseling, advocacy, and support to youth within their designated school.  Collaboration with key school professionals, along with parents is a vital component.  As a school-based clinician you will conduct diagnostic mental health assessments, create treatment plans, and provide ongoing therapeutic services.

Position Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling preferred or Bachelor’s in Social Work, with LSW
• Valid and current LSW, LISW, LPC or LPCC licensure in the state of Ohio or working toward licensure is required
• Experience working with children and families
• Prior experience working with schools and school personnel
• Excellent communication and engagement skills
• Strong diagnostic assessment skills
• Valid driver’s license and insurance

What makes us great:

• We provide extensive training in trauma-informed care & resiliency-oriented treatment
• We utilize the ARC (Attachment, Regulation, & Competency) trauma treatment framework, which is recognized by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network
• Licensure & Testing Reimbursement for Counselors & Social Workers
• Free Supervision toward Independent Licensure
• Educational Fee Waivers
• Free CEU’s for Counselors & Social Workers
• Monthly, Quarterly & Longevity Bonuses
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Contribution
• 9.5 days paid holidays per year
• Competitive salary and benefits

 How to apply:

Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to hr@dfyf.org.

Position overview:

 DFYF is seeking a Licensed Social Worker (LSW, LISW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC, LPCC) who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.  The role of the clinician is to provide counseling, advocacy, and support to youth ages 8-17 and their families. As a clinician you will conduct diagnostic mental health assessments, create treatment plans, and provide ongoing weekly therapeutic services.  Collaboration with key school professionals, along with parents is a vital component.  All clinicians are trained in our resiliency-oriented and trauma-informed framework and services are provided on an outreach basis – in client’s homes, schools, or community setting in order to reduce barriers to services.

Position requirements:

• Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling preferred or Bachelor’s in Social Work, with LSW
• Valid and current LSW, LISW, LPC or LPCC licensure in the state of Ohio or working toward licensure
• Experience working with children and families
• Prior experience working with schools and school personnel
• Excellent communication and engagement skills
• Strong diagnostic assessment skills
• Valid driver’s license and insurance

What makes us great:

• We provide extensive training in trauma-informed care & resiliency-oriented treatment
• We utilize the ARC (Attachment, Regulation, & Competency) trauma treatment framework, which is recognized by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network
• Free Licensure Test Prep Course & Reimbursement for Counselor & Social Worker Exam
• Free Supervision toward Independent Licensure
• Educational Fee Waivers
• Free CEU’s for Counselors & Social Workers
• Monthly, Quarterly & Longevity Bonuses
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Contribution
• 10 days paid holidays per year
• Competitive salary and benefits

 How to apply:

Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to hr@dfyf.org.  or learn more @ www.dfyf.org

Our Mission

Build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience for youth, families, and communities through counseling and education

Our Vision

Building healthy individuals, strong families, and safe communities through innovative treatment and prevention services

Our Values

Quality • Diversity • Accessibility • Acceptance • Collaboration •

Investment in individuals, families, and communities

Position overview:

Directions for Youth & Families offers community-based mental health and prevention services that utilize a resiliency-oriented and trauma-informed framework.  DFYF has provided innovative, culturally sensitive, and successful programming to the Central Ohio community since 1899, through our predecessor Crittenton Family Services.  Presently, DFYF’s programs are divided into 3 categories: Treatment, Prevention, and Education.  DFYF offers specialized mental health, kindergarten readiness, afterschool and summer programming to meet the diverse needs of our youth and family population.  DFYF proudly serves over 5,500 youth, adults, and families each year.  All of our programs strive to fulfill our mission to build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience for youth, families, and communities through counseling and education.

Directions for Youth and Families is looking for an energetic and creative individual to be a part of our Afterschool and Summer program to fill the position of Part-time Art Instructor. Responsibilities include lesson planning, developing and implementing art projects daily, assisting with the beautification of the After School Center and additional tasks requested by Supervisor or Program Manager. Art Instructors should be knowledgeable in various art techniques and possess the skill set in order to instruct and educate youth. Applicant should be comfortable working with youth between the ages of 8 - 18 years of age, completing all required documentation daily, and possess basic computer skills.

Afterschool programming days are Monday-Friday, hours 3 - 8 pm, summer hours 9 - 3 pm, team meetings and occasional special events that may require coming in prior or staying later.

Required Experience:

• Valid driver’s license and insurance
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience facilitating art activities and working with youth required
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination

Benefits:

• Fully equipped fitness center
• Amazing co-workers
• A healthy, positive culture
• Professional growth and training in the areas of resiliency-oriented and trauma-informed care

Please email resume and cover letter to HR@dfyf.org

Position summary

Directions for Youth and Families is seeking an energetic and creative individual to be a part of our After School team and fill the position of Part-time Recreation Prevention Specialist.

Recreation Prevention Specialist. Responsibilities include lesson planning, facilitating activities, participating and additional tasks requested by Supervisor or Program Manager.  Applicant should have experience and knowledge of various activities such as basketball, volleyball, football, and soccer (not limited too), and capable of instructing and educating youth. Recreation Specialist should be capable of creating activities that that are appropriate for various age ranges and implementing values of team work, sportsmanship, and communication. Recreation Specialist will oversee groups of no more than 10 youth and implement activities from lesson plans.

Applicants should be comfortable working with youth between the ages of 8 – 18 years of age, completing all required documentation daily, and possess basic computer skills. Afterschool programming days are Monday-Friday, hours 3 – 8 pm, summer hours 9 – 3 pm, team meetings and occasional special events that may require coming in prior or staying later.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and experience facilitating various activities and working with youth required
• Applicant should be comfortable working with youth between the ages of 8 - 18 years of age
• Ability to complete all required documentation daily, and possess basic computer skills.
• Applicant should possess a valid driver’s licenses, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• COVID-Vaccination

What makes us great:

• Competitive salary
• Career growth with Resiliency and Trauma Training
• Amazing co-workers
• A healthy, positive culture

How to apply:

Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to hr@dfyf.org

Position overview:

Directions for Youth and Families is seeking an energetic and creative individual to be a part of our afterschool program and fill the position of part-time Food Service Specialist.  This position is responsible for preparing and /or facilitating the preparation of daily meals and snacks for afterschool youth participants.  Duties include set-up, stocking, and preparing food in accordance with DFYF healthy meal plans, ensuring cleanliness, proper safety procedures, and organizing kitchen, walk in coolers and storage areas.  The Food Service Specialist must comply with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards and follow established food production programs and procedures. The specialist is responsible for appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to ensure all good efficiently used.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Weekly Shopping for and preparing all foods served using established production, procedures and systems.
  • Determines amount & type of food/supplies required for established menu’s
  • Weekly inventory of supplies & food
  • Sets up proper serving portions of food for distribution
• Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards.
  • Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques
• Stores food properly, safely and with proper date & item markings and perform daily temp. checks of refrigerator & freezer
• Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor/program manager. Maintain daily production reports
• Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders
• Plans food production to coordinate with serving hours to provide excellence in quality, temperature and appearance of food

COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent collaboration & communication Skills
• Customer/client Focus
• Time Management/flexibility
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Price conscious

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Employee will frequently be exposed to extreme heat and noise

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing up to 50 lbs. The position requires manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills; and ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Interested applicants please submit Cover Letter & Resume

Additional requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Prior experience in related food service position;

ServSafe Certification

Valid Driver’s License and insurance

COVID-19 Vaccination

What makes us great:

Merit-based pay increases

Mileage reimbursement

Fully equipped fitness center at one of our location

Amazing co-workers

A healthy, positive culture

No on-call

No weekends

How to apply:

Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to hr@dfyf.org

• Seeking to inspire and educate youth?
• Looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children & families?
• Is your workplace’s commitment to social justice and a healthy work culture important to you?
• Join DFYF’s team that is inspiring hope, strengthening families, and transforming communities.

Who we are:

Directions for Youth & Families offers community-based mental health and prevention services that utilize a resiliency-oriented and trauma-informed framework.  DFYF has provided innovative, culturally sensitive, and successful programming to the Central Ohio community since 1899, through our predecessor Crittenton Family Services.  DFYF offers a variety specialized programs to meet the diverse needs of our community.  Presently, DFYF’s programs are divided into 4 categories: Counseling & Clinical Services, Kindergarten Readiness, Parenting Services, and Afterschool & Summer programming.  DFYF proudly serves over 5,000 youth, adults, and families each year.  All of our programs strive to fulfill our mission to build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience for youth, families, and communities through counseling and education.

Position overview:

Directions for Youth and Families is seeking an energetic and creative individual to be a part of our afterschool program and fill the position of part-time Education Coordinator. Responsibilities include the implementation and overseeing of all educational programming and activities in our afterschool center.  The primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the oversight of the Homework Help and Stride Academy programs.  Additionally, key staff members will collaborate with parents/schools to ensure school goals are being met.  The position also allows for educational group activities that inspire youth learning, in a creative, fun, engaging way.  The ideal candidate should possess excellent engagement skills, ability to redirect youth, facilitate activities, multi-task, meet deadlines, and collaborate with parents/schools. Additional training's focused on trauma-informed care will be provided.

The Education Instructor position is part-time.  Applicants should have a strong desire to work with youth between the ages of 8-18 years old.  Afterschool programming hours are daily, Monday – Friday from 3-8pm and Summer programming hours are daily Monday – Friday 9-3pm.  Basic computer skills, documentation, and coordination of musical performances are required.

Interested applicants please submit Cover Letter & Resume

Additional requirements:

Bachelor degree preferred,

Experience facilitating groups

Experience working with youth

Strong engagement and communication skills

Valid Driver’s License and insurance

COVID-19 Vaccination

What makes us great:

Merit-based pay increases

Mileage reimbursement

Fully equipped fitness center at one of our location

Amazing co-workers

A healthy, positive culture

No on-call

No weekends

How to apply:

Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to hr@dfyf.org

Who we are:

Directions for Youth & Families offers community-based mental health and prevention services that utilize a resiliency-oriented and trauma-informed framework.  DFYF has provided innovative, culturally sensitive, and successful programming to the Central Ohio community since 1899, through our predecessor Crittenton Family Services.  DFYF offers a variety specialized programs to meet the diverse needs of our community.  Presently, DFYF’s programs are divided into 4 categories: Counseling & Clinical Services, Kindergarten Readiness, Parenting Services, and Afterschool & Summer programming.  DFYF proudly serves over 5,000 youth, adults, and families each year.  All of our programs strive to fulfill our mission to build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience for youth, families, and communities through counseling and education.

Position overview:

Directions for Youth and Families is looking for an energetic and creative individual to be a part of our After School and Summer Program and fill the position of part-time Prevention Specialist.  Responsibilities include the implementation of prevention programming surrounding the social emotional development of our youth, Life Skills, and community service learning (CSL). Prevention Specialist should possess excellent engagement skills, ability to redirect youth, facilitate activities, multi-task, meet deadlines, and collaborate with peers. Additional trainings focused on trauma-informed care will be provided.

Applicants should be comfortable working with youth between the ages of 8 – 18 years of age, completing all required documentation daily, and possess basic computer skills. Afterschool programming days are Monday-Friday, hours 3 – 8 pm, summer hours 9 – 3 pm, team meetings and occasional special events that may require coming in prior or staying later. Applicant should possess a valid driver’s licenses and insurance as they may be required to transport youth home or to special events. Bachelor’s degree preferred and experience facilitating activities and working with youth required.

Interested applicants please submit Cover Letter & Resume to HR@dfyf.org

Additional requirements:

Bachelor degree preferred,

Experience facilitating groups

Experience working with youth

Strong engagement and communication skills

Valid Driver’s License and insurance

COVID-19 Vaccination