Placement Specialist

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




• Manages referral and placement activities
• Arranges admissions and meets parents/guardians as needed
• Performs clerical, typing, and administrative duties required in support of placing the child in the appropriate program
• Serves as primary liaison to assigned funding source/referral agent
• Works with Placement Manager on special studies or projects
• Completes daily/monthly reports as requested
• Assists with on-call intake responsibilities
• Processes referral calls and compiles packets in a specified time frame
• Assesses referrals for appropriateness
• Maintains an active referral list and a waiting list
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of 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.
• $56,000 - $61,000 / salary based on education and clinical license

It is Youth Villages’ policy to hire candidates that meet one of the following levels of education and experience:

• Must possess degree at time of application.
• Degree must be in a clinical field of study.
• Must have two years of full-time clinical experience (4,000 hours) with designated population.

• Must possess degree at time of application.
• Degree must be in a clinical field of study.
• Must have one year of full-time clinical experience (2,000 hours) with designated population.

• Must hold one of the following licenses in the state of North Carolina: LCMHC-A, LMFT-A, LCSW-A, or LCAS-A.
• 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

• 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
• 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