Program Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Program Specialist

Hendrick Home for Children (the Home), located in Abilene, Texas, exists to provide quality, trauma-informed 24-hour residential care for three vulnerable populations: Single parents and their children, children that cannot live with their parents, and at-risk young adults preparing for independent living. In a therapeutic environment based and centered on Christian principles, all residents are supported and taught the importance of spiritual, emotional, physical, and intellectual care and growth.  Children and families living on campus receive programming uniquely created and facilitated by licensed therapists, including equine, recreational, and counseling services and financial support.  All residents on the Home’s campus live and receive services free of charge. Though the Home primarily serves children and families in Taylor County, Texas, and the surrounding areas, it accepts applications and considers placement for children and families that meet program requirements from all over the United States. 

Description

This individual will serve in a versatile, relational, and clinically informed role within programming.  This individual will have the ability to incorporate clinical insight with clear expectations, sound judgment, and a willingness to address difficult issues in support of healthy outcomes for children, families, and staff.

The individual in this position will provide direct services to children and families, including but not limited to intake, assessment, interventions, treatment planning, and discharge planning. This individual will work closely with direct-care staff and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate services and ensure that the needs of each client are appropriately assessed, communicated, and addressed.

The individual in this position is expected to demonstrate both compassion and accountability in working with children, families, and staff. With our mission and values in mind, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, individuals, and families through relationship-based support, collaboration, and service. Responsibilities may include:

·         Building supportive, trusting relationships with children, families, and individuals served.

·         Assessing needs, identifying strengths, and partnering with clients to promote growth, stability, and positive outcomes.

·         Providing guidance, encouragement, advocacy, and coordination of services to help individuals and families navigate challenges.

·         Collaborating with team members, direct-care staff, and community partners to ensure thoughtful, coordinated support.

·         Participating in intake, assessment, and ongoing service planning processes.

·         Maintaining accurate, timely, and professional documentation and communication.

·         Contributing to a positive, respectful, and healthy environment for those we serve and for fellow team members.

·         Demonstrating professionalism, sound judgment, adaptability, and emotional maturity in a dynamic setting.

·         Communicating with clarity, compassion, and respect, including the ability to navigate difficult conversations constructively.

·         Supporting a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous learning, and personal growth.

·          Building and maintaining strong relationships with community resources and referral partners.

·         Deliver direct clinical services, including counseling, if within the scope of the employee’s professional licensure and qualification

·         Embracing opportunities to serve in a versatile role that responds to the changing needs of children, families, and the organization.

·          Upholding organizational policies, values, and a shared commitment to the mission of Hendrick Home for Children.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field is required; Master’s degree with clinical experience/licensure (LMFT or LMFT Associate, LPC or LPC Associate, LCSW,) preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess and exhibit behavior that demonstrates cultural diversity and sensitivity.

Hendrick Home for Children raises children in a safe and loving Christian environment that provides an atmosphere of spiritual, physical, emotional and intellectual growth.

Company Description

Hendrick Home for Children raises children in a safe and loving Christian environment that provides an atmosphere of spiritual, physical, emotional and intellectual growth.