Family Support Clinician - CYFS

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is a reputable government agency dedicated to improving the health, safety, and independence of Idaho residents. As a vital part of Idaho's public health infrastructure, the department provides a wide array of services focused on protecting vulnerable populations and supporting community well-being across the state. The Continuum Care Bureau within the department plays a crucial role in ensuring that youth in Idaho receive the correct level of care, appropriate treatment, and necessary support to foster their development and stability within their communities. By promoting healthy family environments and preventing unnecessary foster care placements, the bureau contributes significantly to the state's social service system.

The department is currently hiring a Family Support Clinician (FSC) for the Boise Westgate office. This position is essential in fulfilling the bureau’s mission, as FSCs provide clinical support and psychoeducation to birth, foster, post adoption, and other caregivers. Their goal is to stabilize youth within their home environments, reduce placement disruptions, and assist with smooth transitions during discharge from continuum care. FSCs work collaboratively with caregivers and other professionals, utilizing targeted intervention and therapeutic strategies specifically designed to address immediate behavioral concerns and equip families with effective management tools. They also play a critical role in promoting continuity of care through coordinated efforts with case managers and treatment teams.

The role demands a compassionate and skilled clinician who is able to assess early signs of distress, intervene appropriately to prevent crises, and deliver clinical services through various platforms including in-person, telecommunication, or phone support. FSCs are knowledgeable about community resources and must use this expertise to suggest relevant, accessible services that accommodate diverse family needs. The position involves some travel within the community to facilitate engagement and support. Ensuring effective communication and documentation is vital, as FSCs routinely update case managers and supervisors regarding client progress and care transitions.

Employment with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare as a Family Support Clinician is a drug-free workplace commitment, requiring successful candidates to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal history background check. This full-time role offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes one of the nation’s best state retirement systems, paid holidays, sick and vacation leave from the first day of employment, paid parental leave, and medical, dental, and vision insurance, which become effective the first of the month following hire. Additionally, employees can benefit from voluntary supplemental retirement plans, short and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, continued training opportunities, and various wellness programs.