Foster Care Case Aide — Bilingual Advocacy & Support

The New York Foundling; New York (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Foundling in New York, NY seeks a Case Aide to support foster care services for children and families. The role involves advocacy, information sharing, referrals, and assisting with housing and benefit applications, as well as transporting clients to appointments where needed.

Candidates with bilingual English/Spanish skills, a valid driver's license, and strong organizational and writing abilities are preferred. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children and families.
• Listening, engagement and basic supportive counseling skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good organizational and writing skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to support and expedite service delivery to youth and families.
• Provide support services including advocacy, information sharing and resource referrals.
• Conduct workshops for parents on housing, food benefits and other services.
• Assist with transportation of clients to appointments and emergencies.
• Support delivery of concrete services and supervise visits where appropriate.
• Submit visitation notes, minutes and paperwork timely.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Listening & engagement

Team player

Organizational & writing skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School / GED

Job description

The New York Foundling in New York, NY seeks a Case Aide to support foster care services for children and families. The role involves advocacy, information sharing, referrals, and assisting with housing and benefit applications, as well as transporting clients to appointments where needed.

Candidates with bilingual English/Spanish skills, a valid driver's license, and strong organizational and writing abilities are preferred. A high school diploma or GED is required.