Child Advocacy Specialist

JusticeWorks YouthCare; Limon (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

JusticeWorks YouthCare in Lincoln County, CO is seeking a Child Advocacy Specialist to work with families and community partners to ensure children's voices are heard.

You will assess the needs of children and youth, develop individualized plans, and coordinate with stakeholders to connect resources and services.

This ESOP company emphasizes ownership and impact; candidates should have a valid driver’s license, be able to work evenings and weekends, and pass required clearances.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to pass current, applicable clearances.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Check in on the child’s emotional, physical, and social well-being including behavior, academics, and home life.
• Manage complex cases: intake, assessment, service plans, and follow-up services.
• Assess situations, identify issues, and create practical solutions to overcome barriers in challenging family dynamics.
• Transport clients utilizing a personal vehicle as necessary.

Skills

Empathy

Case management

Communication

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Child Advocacy Specialist - Lincoln County, CO

Family Resource Specialist

HOURLY PAY RANGE: $22.00 - $24.00 PER HOUR

KidsFirst! In everything we do, the needs and concerns of youth and families are our fundamental concern. Our core principle is to do “whatever it takes” to help youth and families in our care achieve success. JusticeWorks provides innovative programs that identify and build on youths and families’ strengths. We create structure to positively redirect their lives. We help youth become good citizens and assist their families to resolve their problems and to be supportive of their children.

Welcome to the role of Child Advocacy Specialist! In this role, you will be working with a diverse range of families, and community partners to ensure that the voices of children and youth are heard. The Child Advocacy Specialist will identify and assess the needs of children and youth, develop individual plans, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure that the appropriate resources and services are provided. If you are passionate about working in the field of Child Welfare, Juvenile Justice or Social Work, please apply today!

JusticeWorks is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company. That means our employees are owners. You build retirement wealth through company stock — at no cost to you — while making a meaningful impact.

The qualified Child Advocacy Specialist will:

• Regularly check in on the child's emotional, physical, and social well-being, including observing behavior, academic progress, and home life.
• Manage complex cases, including intake, assessment, development of service plans, and follow-up services.
• Assess situations, identify issues, and create practical solutions to overcome barriers, particularly in challenging family dynamics or when accessing services.
• Transport clients utilizing personal vehicle, as necessary.

The qualified Child Advocacy Specialist will have:

• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and access to a vehicle.
• Pass current, applicable clearances.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.

JusticeWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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