The Intensive In-Home Associate provides intensive family preservation services to stabilize home environments and prevent out-of-home placements for youth. Responsibilities include developing person-centered plans, coordinating behavioral health interventions, and providing 24/7 crisis support.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Monday-Friday (9: 00am-5:00pm)
$22.00
Education We're Looking for: Minimum of a Bachelor Degree (dependent upon experience) (Required)
Drivers License (Valid) - USA, Qualified Professional (QP) - Monarch-DSM
Experience working with children, adolescents, or transition-aged youth with a mental health diagnosis, an intellectual/developmental disability, or substance use disorder | 1-4 years (Dependent Upon Education - see Job Description) | Required
Job Description: Summary:
The Intensive In-Home Associate III is responsible for providing intensive family preservation in order to improve individual and family strengths, stabilize the home environment, promote positive family interaction, and prevent the use of out-of-home placement for up to twelve individuals/families.
Coordinate and oversee the initial and ongoing assessment activities, assist the Team Leader in identifying strengths and utilizing those strengths in order to help individuals and families achieve their stated goals/dreams.
Convene the Child and Family Team for person-centered planning.
Complete the initial development and ongoing revision of the Person-Centered Plan and ensuring its implementation.
Consult with identified medical (e.g primary care and psychiatric) and non-medical (e.g. DSS, school, DJJDP) providers, engage community and natural supports, and include their input in the person-centered planning process.
Ensure linkage to the most clinically appropriate and effective services including arranging for psychological and psychiatric evaluations. Assist individuals and families in accessing community resources, including locating recreational activities, housing, food, clothing, school programs, vocational opportunities or services, providers to teach life skills, and relevant mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services
Provide and coordinate behavioral health services and other interventions for the youth or other family members with other licensed professionals and Child and Family Team members.
Monitor and document the status of the recipient's progress and the effectiveness of the strategies and interventions outlined in the Person-Centered Plan.
Participate in the person-centered planning process.
Assist with implementing a home-based behavioral support plan with the youth and his or her caregivers as indicated in the Person-Centered Plan.
Provide psychoeducation as indicated in the Person-Centered Plan.
Assist the team leader in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions, as evidenced by symptom reduction and progress toward goals identified in the Person-Centered Plan.
Assist with crisis interventions. Provide 24/7/365 on-call access to families served by the intensive in-home team and be a first responder to families in cases of emergencies.
Assist the team leader in consulting with identified providers, engaging community and natural supports, and including their input in the person-centered planning process. Assist individuals and families in developing natural resources and make contact with social support networks.
Maintain necessary medical records in compliance with state, federal, and agency guidelines.
Attend educational trainings/seminars to remain up to date on current best practices and maintain required certifications and competencies.
Preserve positive working relationships within the communities served, including individuals, families, staff, monitoring and licensing agencies, organizations, funding resources, and other human service agencies.
Drive and travel extensively to community locations, various agencies, and other outreach destinations. Provide and/or arrange for transportation for individuals and families as required.
Participate in the ongoing quality improvement activities of the agency.
Follow service definition guidelines for services being provided.
Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures.
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We offer a competitive and flexible total rewards package designed to support the diverse needs of our team members. In addition to base compensation, eligible employees have access to a range of customizable benefits and perks, which may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and more. Specific offerings are tailored to the role, employment type, and location. We look forward to discussing the details of your personalized compensation and benefits package—and what matters most to you—during the interview process.
Make a difference in someone’s life!
At Monarch, we work together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury.
You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where you can do your best work and grow as a professional.
That is just what you’ll find at Monarch Healthcare.
Here, we care for people, including our team members.
We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package [https://monarchnc.org/careers/benefits/] that supports full-time and part-time team members and their families.
More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch Healthcare will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders.
Monarch Healthcare offers opportunities as diverse as the people we support and the communities we serve. Monarch Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf] and we are firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity.
Monarch Healthcare does not accept paper applications. Any person with a disability who needs any reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act [https://www.ada.gov/] to apply for a position or otherwise to participate in Monarch Healthcare job search or selection process, should contact HR@MonarchNC.org [HR@MonarchNC.org] or call (704) 986-1550.
This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. You will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of Monarch Healthcare.
BH - Qualified Professional
Requires a Bachelor's degree (with varying experience requirements based on the degree field) and a valid US Driver's License. Candidates must have experience working with children or youth diagnosed with mental health, intellectual/developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in North Carolina often look for licensed or credentialed clinicians, and this role requires registration with the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Certification board. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer a bachelor’s degree and want candidates who can work within treatment, documentation, and care coordination expectations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your credential status before applying.