Stabilization Social Worker; LSW

National Youth Advocate Program; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days PTO

11 paid holidays

Half-day Fridays in summer

Health insurance

401K + matching

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Student loan repayment

Supervision hours

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program seeks a full-time Social Worker (LSW) to join the Foster Care Team in Newark, OH. This role provides community-based services, crisis intervention, and advocacy to youth and families, helping them achieve stable, safe lives.

Requirements include a BSW/MSW and an LSW license, with experience in youth/foster care and flexible evening availability. Benefits include generous PTO, holidays, healthcare, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• LSW license required.
• Experience with youth and foster care.
• Flexible availability including evenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family mental health services and crisis intervention.
• Travel daily to deliver community-based services.
• Coordinate and monitor youth services and plans.
• Maintain strong relationships with foster parents and families of origin.
• Support youth stabilization efforts and safety assessments.
• Respond to crises and support behavioral stabilization as needed.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Case management

Advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a full-time Social Worker (LSW) to join our Foster Care Team in Newark Ohio.Compensation: $50,000-$53,000 + Productivity Bonus!To learn more about the program, please see the information below:https://www.nyap.org/ohio/fostercarePosition Summary:Stabilization Social Workers with National Youth Advocate Program work in the community as part of an integral service team. This position provides immediate support and intervention to individuals and families in crisis to ensure their safety and well-being; working 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:Generous 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 appropriate individual and family mental health services, intervention and other evidence based clinical services as required.• Travels daily, to provide community based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.• Coordinates and monitors services for youth.• Regularly completes, reviews and modifies youth-based plans.• Establishes and maintains strong relationship with foster parents and families of origin.• Assists in youth's stabilization efforts.• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required.• Flexible availability for scheduled on-call rotation.Minimum Qualifications•A Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.• A valid professional license, LSW; required.• Experience working with youth and foster care, required.• Must have flexible availability including evenings.• 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.