Family Services Coordinator

National Youth Advocate Program; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment assistance

22 Days Off Each Year

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k)

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program seeks an experienced caseworker to advocate and support youth and families in Kokomo, IN. Under supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, you will provide in-home services, transportation, parenting education, counseling, and community resource referrals to help youth live safely in the community.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field, night/weekend availability, and valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or comparable field.
• Must have night and weekend availability.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.
• Willingness to work flexible nontraditional hours with families of origin.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home supportive services, transportation, parenting education, counseling, and referrals.
• Coordinate and monitor services with youth, families, and caregivers.
• Maintain required documentation and trainings in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with partners to support reunification and safety goals.

Skills

Night & weekend availability

Strong communication

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Job Details

• Level: Experienced
• Job Location: Kokomo, IN 46901
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services
• Salary - $50,000 per year

Working Hours

M-F, 9a-5p with non-traditional evening and weekend hours required as needed.

Who We Are

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.

Working At NYAP

• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
• 22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (reduced work schedule), Tuition Assistance, and Work Anniversary Trips!
• Peace Leave
• Parental Leave

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Provides in home supportive services, transportation, parenting education, counseling, community resource referral, advocacy, and other social service interventions to the youth and family, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.
• Travels daily, to provide community based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Completes all required trainings in a timely manner.
• Coordinates and monitors services for the youth and family in the community, including but not limited to, mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.
• Regularly reviews and modifies youth based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationship with assigned foster parents and families of origin.
• Assists in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth’s case plan.
• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served.
• Consistently achieves established productivity thresholds.
• Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis.
• Actively participates in the weekly supervision process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
• Must have night and weekend availability as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
• Candidate must obtain required car insurance bodily injury 100,000/300,000
• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of families of origin, and persons served.
• Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
• Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

About the Employer

Who We Are Our organization was established in Ohio continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes major medical, dental, vision, 401K, student loan assistance and generous paid time off. If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!