Family Services Coordinator

National Youth Advocate Program; New Philadelphia (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Healthcare for you and family

CEUs and supervision hours

401K and 401K Matching

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a Family Services Coordinator in Ohio to advocate for youth and families, providing in-home support, counseling, transportation, and parenting education. The role collaborates with foster caregivers, families of origin, and community partners to promote safe, stable living in the community.

Eligible candidates typically hold a Bachelor’s in Social Work or related field, with at least two years of direct youth/family service experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field.
• 2 years of direct service experience with youth and families preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible, non-traditional hours.
• Valid professional license as required by state/contract regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home supportive services, transportation, parenting education, counseling, and advocacy to youth and families.
• Travel daily to deliver community-based services in compliance with requirements.
• Complete documentation and trainings in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and monitor youth and family services including mental health, medical, educational, and social services.
• Regularly review and adjust youth-based plans to ensure progress toward goals.
• Build strong relationships with foster parents and families of origin.
• Assist in family reunification or stabilization efforts per the case plan.
• Provide safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization as needed.
• Maintain productivity thresholds and participate in CQI activities and supervision.

Skills

Advocacy

Community outreach

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Family Services CoordinatorCompensation: $45,000Under 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.Working at NYAPGenerous Time off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays, Half Day Friday’s during the summer!Health and Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare packages for you and your family; Paid Parental leaveProfessional Growth: CEU’s, ongoing training/education, student loan repayment program, and supervision hoursAnd So Much More: 401K and 401K Matching flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, phone allowanceResponsibilitiesActively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.Must be available to work two evenings each week until 7:00PM.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 QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.A valid professional license as required and acceptable by state or contract regulations.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, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.Driving and Vehicle RequirementsValid driver’s licenseReliable personal transportationGood driving recordMinimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liabilityApply today!www.nyap.org/careersBenefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.