Foster Care Social Worker; LSW

National Youth Advocate Program; Tallmadge (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 22 days

11 paid holidays

Half-day Fridays in summer

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

CEUs and training

Student loan repayment

401K and matching

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking an entry-level Licensed Social Worker to join our Foster Care Team in Columbus, Ohio. The role focuses on providing advocacy and support to youth and families to help them live safely in the community.

Responsibilities include case management, delivering mental health services, and coordinating with partners to ensure comprehensive care. A bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field and an LSW license are required, with flexible hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field is required.
• A valid professional license (LSW) as required by state law and/or regulatory bodies.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Ability to work with diverse populations with respect and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management, transportation, and professional services to youth and families.
• Deliver individual, group, and family mental health services and other evidence-based clinical services.
• Travel daily to deliver community-based and in-home services.
• Coordinate and monitor clinical services across mental health, medical, educational, and social domains.
• Review and adjust youth plans to ensure progress toward goals.
• Build strong relationships with foster parents and families.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Professionalism

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

*** ENTRY LEVEL OPPORTUNITY***We are seeking a full-time Licensed Social Worker to join our Foster Care Team in Columbus, Ohio.Compensation: $47,000-49,000 + Productivity Bonus!To learn more about the program, please see the information: https://www.nyap.org/ohio/fostercarePosition Summary:Foster Care Social Workers with National Youth Advocate Program work in the community as part of an integral service team. 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.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 allowanceResponsibilities• Provides case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.• Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, and other evidence based clinical services, meeting or exceeding established outcome thresholds on behalf of persons served.• Travels daily, to provide community-based and in-home services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.• Coordinate and monitor clinical 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/or 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 or exceeds established billable productivity thresholds based on the needs of the caseload.• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.• Completes all required training in a timely manner.• Perform other duties as requested.Minimum Qualifications• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution or equivalent.• A valid professional license (LSW) as required by state law and/or regulatory bodies.• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours as needed in the service of foster caregivers, 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 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 liabilityReady to make an impact? Apply today!ww.nyap.org/employmentBenefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.