YOUTH VILLAGES, INC.·Memphis, Tennessee
Develop and implement intensive individualized treatment plans for high-risk youth to reduce gun violence. Provide individual and family therapy and crisis support within community-based settings.
For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C.
Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems.
At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference.
With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.
For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org Program Overview:
Memphis Allies, launched by Youth Villages, is a bold, collaborative initiative designed to reduce gun violence and build safer, stronger neighborhoods across Memphis. The program brings together community groups, organizations, and local resources to expand opportunities for adults, youth, and their families while addressing the root causes of violence.
At the heart of this effort is the Support with Intent To Create Hope (SWITCH) model—an innovative approach that combines street outreach and life coaching with intensive clinical services and case management. Through SWITCH and SWITCH Youth, Memphis Allies staff identify, connect with, and support adults (ages 19 to 30) and youth (ages 12 to 19) at the highest risk of involvement in gun violence, who may have been recently arrested, on probation, or are re-entering the community after incarceration. By meeting individuals where they are and surrounding them with consistent support, Memphis Allies is working to build stability and safety, change lives, reduce gun violence, and strengthen communities.
Memphis Allies SWITCH Youth Clinical Specialists engage youth (ages 12 to 19) that are at high-risk for gun violence and are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring an intensive and individualized treatment plan. Clinical Specialists are an important part of the multi-disciplinary team as they help participants and caregivers learn new ways of coping with the challenges that trigger many of them to engage in gun violence by providing individual and family therapy, working together to address challenges and make changes to their lives. Essential
The SWITCH Youth Clinical Specialist: Carries a minimum caseload of 9 high-risk youth and meets with each participant and their family at least twice per week Develops individualized treatment plans for each youth and conducts ongoing review of treatment progress on a regular basis Provides community-based services, which may include delivering therapeutic services to youth and caregivers in their home or other community-based locations Assists with connecting the youth, family, and caregivers with resources, partners, and services as needed Provides on-call crisis support to youth and their families (schedules vary by location but may include holidays, weekends, and evenings) Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster training sessions to enhance clinical skills Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR) Performs other duties as assigned
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of the youth and families served. Applicants must possess a current, valid driver’s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance. Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.
$52,000 - $60,000 per year based on education and clinical license
Master’s degree in a social services discipline (preferred) Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline (required) Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy (others subject to review) One year of related experience or direct casework (strongly preferred) Experience working with youth and families in need of crisis intervention (preferred) Clinical experience (preferred) Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Basic computer knowledge Ability to maintain a flexible schedule Youth Villages Benefits Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision 401(k) Time off: 2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time) 12 paid sick days per year 11 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable) Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision Growth & development through continuous training Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities *Benefits are excluded for variable status employees. Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline, with a Master's degree preferred. Candidates should have a valid driver's license and preferably one year of related casework or clinical experience.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Tennessee are often tied to schools, community programs, and outpatient settings serving children and adolescents, so employers usually look for candidates with direct youth mental-health experience. This type of role can be competitive because the posting asks for a specific degree-and-experience mix, plus prior work with children and adolescents; the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, match your resume to the exact experience path and highlight any youth-focused interventions, crisis support, or family engagement work.
