- Company: Youth Villages
- Location: Asheville, North Carolina
- Salary: Pay not listed
Youth Villages at a glance
youthvillages.comSEC filings mentioning "Youth Villages": 11 — search EDGAR
Federal funding recipient: largest known award $300K from the Department of Health and Human Services (started Sep 23, 2014) — via USAspending.gov
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2,823 employees covered under a retirement plan (2023 filing) — via DOL Form 5500 / EFAST2
Registered healthcare provider organization (Community/Behavioral Health) — via CMS NPPES
OSHA safety record: 1 confirmed violation across 1 inspection — via OSHA Establishment Search
FAMILY INTERVENTION SPECIALIST - Asheville, NC
Employer: Youth Villages
Location: Asheville, North Carolina, NC
Role Overview
Youth Villages has been dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families for over 35 years. As a Family Intervention Specialist based in Asheville, you will play a crucial role in our mission to preserve and restore family units through innovative, research-based programs focused on mental and behavioral health.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate the needs of children and families referred for services
- Create and implement individualized intervention plans
- Provide therapeutic support and counseling to children and their families
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, psychologists, and educators
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of all interactions and interventions
- Participate in regular team meetings and case reviews
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Family Intervention Specialist with a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children and families. Key qualifications include:
- A bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field (master’s preferred)
- Experience working with children and families facing mental health challenges
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in therapeutic intervention techniques
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement provided)
More About Youth Villages
Youth Villages is a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, serving over 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive lasting change for the communities we serve.
Next Steps
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Recent news
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Working in Asheville, North Carolina
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North Carolina is a state in the Southeastern and South Atlantic regions of the United States. It is bordered by Virginia to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, South Carolina to the south, Georgia to the southwest, and Tennessee to the west. The state is the 28th-largest and ninth-most populous of the United States. Along with South Carolina, it makes up the Carolinas region of the East Co
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
National job openings rate: 4.6% — via BLS JOLTS
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 208,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Unemployment rate in North Carolina: 3.7% — via U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Cost of living in North Carolina: 5.7% below the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in North Carolina: $7.25/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in North Carolina: $60,939 — via FRED
Home prices in North Carolina (year over year): +2.4% — via FRED
Median household income in Buncombe County: $70,578 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Buncombe County: 21 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Buncombe County: Drove Alone (70%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Buncombe County: 90% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby green space: 14 parks within 1.5km — closest is Pack Square. via OpenStreetMap
Nearby history: S And W Cafeteria, listed 1977 (154m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 67°F / low 42°F year-round (summers around 83°F, winters around 25°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,429/mo · $1,567/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 680m (2,231 ft)
Source: Wikipedia (state)
About this role & career path
Traits that fit this role
- Sincerity
- Optimism
- Adaptability
- Empathy
- Stress Tolerance
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Typical preparation needed: Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. — via O*NET
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Salary & compensation
Workers in Community & Social Service occupations earn a national median of $50,878 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
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Listing facts
- Role Family Intervention Specialist
- Employer Youth Villages
- Location Asheville, North Carolina
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted July 25, 2026
- Apply by August 25, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (284 words)
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- Maintain case history records and prepare reports.
- Interview clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.
- Serve as liaisons between students, homes, schools, family services, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and other contacts to help children who face problems, such as disabilities, abuse, or poverty.
- Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided.
- Address legal issues, such as child abuse and discipline, assisting with hearings and providing testimony to inform custody arrangements.
- Counsel parents with child rearing problems, interviewing the child and family to determine whether further action is required.
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