Foster Care Treatment Coordinator

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

22 days off per year

11 paid holidays per year

401(k)

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program seeks a Foster Care Treatment Coordinator for its Homewood, IL office. The role is full-time and involves coordination of services, case management, and community-based support for youth and families.

Under supervision, you will ensure documentation, training completion, and collaboration with foster parents to promote safe, stable living arrangements and successful community outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field.
• CWEL preferred license or credential.
• Minimum 2 years of direct service work with youth and families.

Responsibilities

• Provides case management, transportation, and professional services.
• Coordinates and monitors services for youth and family in the community.
• Completes required documentation and training timely.
• Establishes strong relationships with foster parents and families.
• Supports reunification efforts and safety/crisis responses.

Skills

Flexibility

Cultural sensitivity

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

CWEL preferred

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

We are looking for a full-time Foster Care Treatment Coordinator to join our NYAP Homewood, IL office!

Salary - $48,500.-- $53,000.00

Scheduled Hours: 9-5 Mon-Friday with flexibility evenings as needed and on call rotation 1x every 3 months

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.

Working At NYAP

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities offered on topics such as: PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BFST, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more!
• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family!
• 22 Days Off Each Year!
• Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
• Tuition Assistance
• Work Anniversary Trips!
• Peace leave
• Parental leave
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage Reimbursement

Responsibilities

• Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Provides case management, transportation, and other professional services, 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 training in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and monitor 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.
• 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.
• Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL) preferred.
• 2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.
• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours 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 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.

Driving And Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability

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

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

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.

If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it!

The possibilities are endless!

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.