Intake Specialist, Family and Community Services

Intake Specialist, Family and Community Services

Join the Intake Specialist, Family and Community Services role at Jewish Family Service of San Diego
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• Position Title: Intake Specialist, Family and Community Services
• Organization: Jewish Family Service of San Diego
• Department: Family and Community Services
• Position Type: Full‑Time (37.5+ hours/week), Non‑Exempt
• Work Setting: Hybrid (in office and at homes/community locations)
• Reports To: Director of Family Therapy Services
• Pay Range: $25-27/hour
• Total Compensation: Comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage; generous employer 401(k) contributions; employer-covered life insurance.

• Paid vacation time and sick leave
• 15 paid holidays, including Federal and Jewish holidays (as long as the holiday lands on a normal scheduled work day), and floating holidays
• 2 Wellness Days to be taken any time during the year to support employees' mental wellness

Note: this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract and availability of funding. Employment cannot be guaranteed until both the contract and necessary funding are secured.

JFS is looking for a compassionate, mission-driven individual to join the Family Therapy Services team as an Intake Specialist. The Intake Specialist plays an integral role on the team and engages families referred by juvenile justice and child welfare systems, completing intakes and assessing the strengths and needs among youth (ages 6 to 18 years old) and their families. The role also supports the Family Therapists on the team to provide additional resources and referrals to families when needed.

This position reports directly to the Director of Family Therapy Services and works closely with the Family Therapists and Program Assistant. This role will help our team provide in‑home and on‑site support through crisis intervention, assessment and follow‑up, and internal and external referrals.

• Conduct intake appointments and assessments, including administering pre and post surveys.
• Support Family Therapists in developing strength‑based family treatment plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization as needed.
• Provide linkages and referrals as needed for families.
• Attend training and educational opportunities in the unique aspects of the culture, common family dynamics, or frequently seen issues of clients in program.
• Complete documentation congruent with the Brief Strategic Family Therapy model, as well as ensure compliance with agency and contractual documentation expectations.
• Participate in consultation sessions and in supervision and other agency related meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

• At least two years’ experience providing services to youth and families or equivalent required.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug test and criminal history background check.
• Must have a valid CA driver's license, insurance, a reliable personal vehicle, and a willingness to travel off‑site.
• Demonstrates the ability to handle stressful and crises tactfully and appropriately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Bachelor’s level education in the areas of Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Prior experience working with youth in custody or in probation facilities preferred.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and listen. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands and arms to type on a keyboard, handle papers, and reach for the phone. Employees must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Please submit your resume and cover letter on your application. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Please, no phone calls. Please, principals only. Please, local candidates only (relocation is not provided).

Jewish Family Service of San Diego is a client‑centered, impact‑driven organization working to build a stronger, more resilient community.…