Directions for Youth & Families is a non-profit, Resiliency Oriented/Trauma Informed agency that provides community based mental health treatment and prevention services in Franklin County. We believe in a healthy work environment based on support, not surveillance, of our employees. We believe in healing centered engagement where we celebrate and utilize the inherent strengths in one’s race, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and spiritual beliefs in all that we do.
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Positions Available
School-based Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor
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.
Licensed Social Worker or Professional Counselor (LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC)
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
Dance Instructor @ Afterschool & Summer Program
Who we are:
Directions for Youth & Families offers programs that provide community-based treatment and prevention services that emphasize commitment to the family, school, and work. Services are provided through innovative programs that are resiliency-oriented, trauma-informed and focus on the reduction of self-defeating behaviors and assisting youth, adults and families in leading positive and productive lives.
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 Programing to fill the position of Part-time Dance Instructor. Responsibilities include lesson planning, facilitating youth dance instruction, rehearsals, preparation for annual performances and additional tasks requested by Supervisor or Program Manager. Applicant should have experience and knowledge of various styles of dance (Ballet, hip-hop, classical, contemporary). Dance Instructor should possess the skills necessary to instruct and educate youth in the various styles of dance.
Dance Instructors will be responsible for preparing youth for quarterly performances that will highlight the new skills obtained by the 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 hours are Monday-Friday; hours are from 3 – 8 pm, summer hours 9 – 3 pm, 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 dance activities and working with youth required.
Interested applicants please submit Cover Letter & Resume to HR@dfyf.org
Required Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience facilitating dance activities and working with youth required
- Valid Driver's license and insurance
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Career growth with Resiliency and Trauma Training
- Amazing co-workers
- A healthy, positive culture
Licensed Mental Health Assessment Specialist
Licensed Mental Health Assessment Specialist
- Looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children & families?
- Seeking professional growth in resiliency-oriented & trauma-informed mental health treatment?
- 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 restoring 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. 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 5,000 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:
Please note: This position requires a candidate to have a valid LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC licensure in the State of Ohio. Only applicants with a valid social work or counseling license will be considered.
DFYF is seeking a full-time Licensed Mental Health Assessment Specialist (LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC) to engage referred clients with services. The role of the Intake Specialist is to provide intake linkage, diagnostic mental health assessments, and treatment recommendations for youth referred to services. Responsibilities include collaboration with referral sources, key school personnel, and program recruitment. The ideal candidate should possess strong engagement, diagnostic, and organizational skills. The position is community-based, in client homes, schools, office, or community setting.
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 mandatory for this position
- Experience working with children and families
- Prior experience working with schools and school personnel
- Excellent communication and engagement skills
- Strong diagnostic assessment skills, although willing to train right candidate
- Valid driver’s license and insurance
Benefits:
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
- 10 days paid holidays per year + paid time off
- Competitive salary and benefits
Interested applicants please submit Cover Letter & Resume to HR@dfyf.org
Prevention Specialist (Education) @ Afterschool Center
Prevention Specialist (Education) @ Afterschool Center
- 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 restoring 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 part-time position of Prevention Specialist. 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 Prevention Specialist 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 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
Prevention Specialist
Prevention Specialist
- 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 restoring 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 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
Director of Development & Marketing
Director of Development & Marketing
- 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 restoring communities.
Position Overview:
DFYF is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated Director of Marketing and Development. The Director of Marketing and Development is responsible for the creation of an innovative & integrated marketing strategies that will strengthen and cultivate opportunities for our organization, that lead to increased awareness, fundraising revenue, and partnerships. This position oversees the management of our annual, capital and planned giving campaign programs. This position will execute traditional and innovative strategies campaigns across the broad spectrum of today's marketing channels. The Director of Marketing and Development shall lead with strategic, creative, and financial intelligence as well as a diverse skill set to take our organization to the next level. This position will collaborate closely with the leadership team and oversees the D&M support services to develop and execute strategic plans that promote and advance the Directions for Youth & Families’ mission, vision, and values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the Board, management, program staff, and key constituents to establish and execute a comprehensive advancement plan based on short and long-range program goals.
- Participate in individual, corporate, and foundation solicitation, maintaining contact with significant donors.
- Strategically establish networks and cultivate relationships with current and key prospective donors and funders.
- Integrate grants management, including grant writing, and relationship management with foundation and corporate funders, working in conjunction with Grants Manager.
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to build enthusiastic buy-in and trust with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and partner organizations by building strong relationships.
- Comfortable operating with uncertainty and change, ready to take advantage of unexpected opportunities and adapt quickly as the context shifts.
- Attention to detail and follow through
- Be highly organized and handle several tasks simultaneously
- Work in collegial way with volunteers and other staff
- Maintain confidentiality about donor and department’s sensitive information
- Be skilled in data entry, analysis, and management
- Meet deadlines and work when necessary, including nights and weekends
- Work independently but within the scope of agreed to department goals
- Be able to work with high level of board and other volunteers
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in influential relationship management, fundraising, and community relations.
- Minimum of five years experience in fundraising and/or marketing is required.
What Makes Us great:
- 403(b) Retirement with Employer Contribution
- Paid time off
- 10 paid holidays
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Healthy work culture
Interested applicants please submit Cover Letter & Resume to HR@dfyf.org
Recreation – Prevention Specialist
Recreation – Prevention Specialist
- Looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children & families?
- Seeking professional growth in resiliency-oriented & trauma-informed mental health treatment?
- 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. 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 5,000 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 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 role of a part-time Recreation Prevention Specialist. As a Recreation Prevention Specialist, you will oversee recreational and fitness activities at our afterschool youth program. Responsibilities include lesson planning, engaging youth in fitness and recreational related activities in a structured after-school environment.
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 teamwork, sportsmanship, and communication. Recreation Specialist will oversee groups of no more than 10 youth and able to 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.
Interested applicants please submit Cover Letter & Resume to HR@dfyf.org
Required Experience:
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.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Career growth with Resiliency and Trauma Training
- Amazing co-workers
- A healthy, positive culture
Music Instructor @ Afterschool Program
Music Instructor @ Afterschool Program
- Seeking to inspire 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 restoring 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:
Our Crittenton Center, is seeking a passionate and creative Music Instructor who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children. The role of the Music Instructor is to provide musical group learning in an afterschool and summer program environment. Responsibilities include lesson plan development, class instruction, rehearsals, and oversight of performances. Applicants should have experience and knowledge of various musical instruments (piano, percussion, vocals, guitar and steel drums). Additionally, applicants should possess strong knowledge in music theory – rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, form, texture and dynamics.
The Music 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 to HR@dfyf.org
Additional requirements:
Bachelor degree in Music preferred, or strong musical training with 2+ years experience
Experience facilitating music activities
Experience working with youth
Strong engagement and communication skills
Valid Driver’s License and insurance
Part-time Receptionist / Data Entry
Position Overview:
We are seeking a friendly and reliable person to fill the role of a part-time Receptionist/Data Entry at our new Crittenton Community Center. The brand-new Crittenton Community Center provides after-school and summer programming to youth in the surrounding area. The Receptionist is responsible for answering and directing calls, greeting workers and families, and entering client data into our electronic health record. Work hours are 2:00pm - 7:30pm Monday – Friday during the school year and 1:00pm – 5pm during the summer months.
Position Requirements:
- Ability to operate a multi-line telephone system and utilize office machines
- Ability to communicate clearly and in a friendly manner
- Ability to accurately type 35 wpm
- Ability to perform routine tasks accurately with little or no supervision
- Ability to work cooperatively with other staff
- Strong work ethic
- High school diploma
- Ability and interest in working with diverse cultures
- One year related experience preferred
What makes us great:
- Healthy and positive work culture
- Amazing co-workers
- No weekends / on-call expectations
- Competitive salary
Interested applicants please submit Cover Letter & Resume to HR@dfyf.org
After-School & Summer Program Supervisor
Position Description:
Directions for Youth and Families is looking for an energetic and creative individual to be a part of our after-school and summer program as the Supervisor of the Ohio Avenue Youth Center. The After-School and Summer Program Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations, programming for youth, and ensure funder expectations are being met. Additional responsibilities included are the supervision of Prevention Specialists, recruitment of youth, parent engagement, planning and execution of special events, assist with staff training, conduct weekly supervisions, and additional tasks requested by Program Manager. Applicants should be prepared to create a welcoming, engaging, and safe environment for all youth to attend while utilizing a Trauma Informed/Resiliency Oriented approach.
The position is full-time Monday through Friday. Hours during the school year are 11am to 8pm and during the summer months 8am to 4pm. Team meetings and occasional special events that may require coming in prior or staying later. 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 3pm – 8pm, summer hours 9am – 3pm 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.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree preferred
- Valid driver's license with insurance
- Excellent engagement skills & the ability to redirect youth, facilitate activities, multi-task, meet deadlines
- Minimum 2 years of staff supervision experience preferred
- Outstanding youth development skills, including the ability to motivate and challenge students
- Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a warm, engaging, and structured program environment including enforcing behavior expectations with students
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong organizational and program management skills
- The ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
- The ability to work effectively with colleagues as a positive, professional member of a team
What Makes Us Great:
- Generous paid time off & 10 paid holidays per year
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage
- 403b with Employer Contribution
- Merit-based pay increases
- Career growth with Resiliency and Trauma Training
- Free CEU Training for Licensed Counselors & Social Workers
- Mileage reimbursement
- Longevity Bonus
- Amazing co-workers
- A healthy, positive culture
Interested applicants please submit Cover Letter & Resume to HR@dfyf.org
Directions for Youth & Families is an EOE M/F/D/V