Specifications include, but are not limited to: The youth-family advisor should provide advocacy and support to address each youths unique circumstances. Services should include, but not be limited to: - Developing community based supports and services to meet the individualized needs of the youth and family - Providing intervention for family relational issues - Initiating referrals for family support services - Providing transportation to community-based treatment services including substance abuse treatment, employment training, and recreational activities - Providing guidance with navigating the transition process from a facility-based education program to an appropriate educational placement with their home school - Implementing strategies for setting and reaching the youths educational goals - Identifying and addressing barriers that may inhibit school attendance and participation - Assisting with obtaining credentials necessary for employment - Offering individual job coaching - Assisting with securing and retaining employment
