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
Education Coordinator @ Summer & Afterschool Program
Education Coordinator @ Summer & Afterschool Program
- 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 summer and afterschool program to 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 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
Directions for Youth & Families is an EOE M/F/D/V