Family Liaison

Horizon • Buffalo, NY, US

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Are you looking to work for an organization where you are able to make a difference? Then you've come to the right place!

Apply to be a Family Liaison today!

What will your day look like?

At Horizon, you'll enjoy a supportive, team-based work environment. Have a question? There's always someone there to help! We offer a seamless onboarding experience that'll ensure your success in your new role.

As a Family Liaison at Horizon, you will…

Become familiar with the SBIRT public health model.
Attend relevant community meetings in the catchment area.
Maintain ongoing engagement with families, especially families who are unwilling or reluctant to consent to treatment for their child.
Enlist other supportive services for the adolescent / young adult / family that may assist to address the problem that has been identified as well as address reluctance to consent to needed treatment.
Ensure that cultural and linguistic needs are being met on behalf of each participating family.
Maintain continuous contact with SBIRT team, adolescents / young adults, and families so that everyone is informed about a participant's full spectrum of services.
Ensure that all patient data and information is properly recorded, entered, and stored.
Ensure complete participant confidentiality at all times.
Participate in relevant trainings throughout the course of the program.

Why choose Horizon to build your career?

At Horizon, we don't just offer a workplace—we offer a community where you can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Recognized as a Best Place to Work in NYS for 17 consecutive years and one of America's Best Workplaces, we take pride in fostering a culture where motivated teammates collaborate to make a difference, every day. Join us and experience the satisfaction of doing work that matters alongside people who share your passion!

What we offer that you'll love…

Company Culture : At Horizon, we pride ourselves on cultivating an atmosphere of teamwork where all employees feel heard and valued.

Diversity & Inclusion : We are committed to equity, racial justice, and equal opportunity for all, and strive toward this goal through the work of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging department, frequent trainings, ongoing conversations, affinity groups, and more.

Trainings, Trainings, and More Trainings : We have an entire team dedicated to your personal development and professional growth.

Team Building, Connection, and Relationships : At Horizon, we're more than co-workers, we're a community. We support each other, celebrate our achievements and milestones together, and have fun together!

Retirement : We know you want to retire comfortably and we're here to help! Horizon offers 401(k) AND profit-sharing programs to make sure you're set for the future.

Student Loan Assistance : We help pay off our team members' student loans every month. One year after joining, you'll have been able to pay off an extra $600!

Paid time off and paid holidays!

Horizon employees and their families (includes spouses and children up to age 30) are eligible for a 10% discount on their tuition through a partnership with Capella University.

What makes you a great candidate?

We can't wait to learn more about you! Here are a few specifics of what you'll need for the job :

Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.

Associate's degree in related field with 3 years of experience in the behavioral health or related field required.

High school diploma with 6 years of experience in the behavioral health or related field required.

Applicants must be the parent (foster, adoptive, or biological) or primary caregiver of a child or youth with substance use needs with onset prior to the age of 21 (child can be older than 21 at time of application).

CRPA and / or CPRA-F preferred.

Location

This position will be located at 699 Hertel Ave, Buffalo NY.

Hours

This is a full-time position from Monday - Friday.

Compensation

Horizon is consistently evaluating our compensation and benefit packages to ensure we remain competitive. The range of pay for this position is $20.19 - $22.83 . Starting pay may be impacted based on experience and education. Compensation adjustments are evaluated annually.

Please note : This is a grant-funded position.

Physical demands associated with this position include :

Sitting for extended periods, alternating between standing and sitting

Mobility required with repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements

Handling light duties, occasionally lifting objects up to 20 pounds

Horizon DEIB Statement :

Horizon commits to being an anti-racist, diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. Through self-reflection and our commitments to education, growth and development, increased workplace diversity throughout all levels of our organization and the cultivation of meaningful relationships, we pledge to advance equity, racial justice, and equal opportunity for all.

Disclaimers :

Horizon endorses public health measures including vaccinations. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the fact that Horizon is a healthcare agency providing in person services throughout our community.

This information is intended to provide a general overview of the position; it is not a full job description.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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Family Liaison • Buffalo, NY, US