Foster Care Youth Mentor & Case Aide

YOUTHNET; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Youthnet is seeking a Case Aide in Western Washington to support foster youth as a positive role model on an as-needed basis. Responsibilities include transportation, community activities, supervision, and helping with service plan goals in youth's home or community.

The role requires flexibility, occasional evening/weekend availability, and the ability to work with diverse families. You will collaborate with case managers and foster families to address youth needs and safety.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Washington state driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Ability to pass a Washington State criminal check and FBI fingerprinting if required.
• High school diploma or GED; associates degree in Human Services preferred.
• One year of experience with children and families or two years of social services education.
• Ability to work with challenging behaviors using trauma-informed approaches.
• Strong written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with clients by doing recreational activities and modeling healthy boundaries.
• Plan activities based on treatment goals, interests, abilities, shift length and budget.
• Provide transportation for clients to and from appointments and activities in Clark & Cowlitz counties.
• Offer enrichment activities in the community or foster home to supplement school work.
• Communicate with foster parents/guardians and Case Managers about time spent; document accordingly.
• Complete Case Aide Reports and Time Sheets and follow safety guidelines.
• Attend staff meetings and mandatory trainings as required by Youthnet.
• Adjust assignments when supervision needs of children warrant.

Skills

Driver's license

Criminal check

Communication skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree in Human Services (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Youthnet is seeking a Case Aide in Western Washington to support foster youth as a positive role model on an as-needed basis. Responsibilities include transportation, community activities, supervision, and helping with service plan goals in youth's home or community.

The role requires flexibility, occasional evening/weekend availability, and the ability to work with diverse families. You will collaborate with case managers and foster families to address youth needs and safety.