Job description
The Family Preservation Specialist provides intensive in-home crisis intervention, counseling, and skill-building for families at risk of placement or in placement, using the New Jersey Family Preservation Services Program Model.
Company
Nonprofit
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is a national nonprofit that partners globally to deliver community‑based alternatives to youth incarceration and child welfare placements. With a family‑centered approach, YAP provides services across juvenile justice, child welfare, autism, developmental disabilities, adult re‑entry, and violence interruption. The organization distinguishes itself through a commitment to equity and inclusion, ensuring all employment and program decisions are made without discrimination. YAP’s high‑impact model empowers at‑risk youth and families by offering supportive, non‑institutional pathways that promote long‑term stability and well‑being.