Therapeutic Care Coordinator - NEST

Boys & Girls Aid; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Insurance coverage (medical, dental, L

Flexible time off

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Student Loan Forgiveness

Collaborative Problem Solving training

Job summary

Boys & Girls Aid seeks a Therapeutic Care Coordinator for its Nest program to provide case management and therapeutic support to youth aged 4-11 in foster care. You will collaborate with youth, foster families, and service providers to promote stability and permanency outcomes.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, crisis management, Collaborative Problem Solving, and Attachment Theory in guiding interventions and support strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years related experience or Master's degree with 1 year.
• Experience in clinical assessment of young children and training development.
• Knowledge of child welfare systems including DHS, mental health, and substance abuse.
• First Aid and CPR certifications; valid driver's license and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assesses youth needs and coordinates services including transportation, court hearings, and medical/mental health.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with youth, families, foster parents, agency staff, and providers.
• Works in a collaborative team to coordinate services and support youth and families.
• Uses trauma-informed care, Collaborative Problem Solving, and Attachment Theory to guide interventions.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Trauma-informed care

Crisis management

Attachment Theory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work/ Psychology/ Sociology or related field

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Welcome to Boys and Girls Aid

All cultures, races, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities are welcome at Boys and Girls Aid. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

About the Role

Boys & Girls Aid is seeking a Therapeutic Care Coordinator for its Nest program. In this role, you will provide case management and therapeutic support to youth ages 4-11 in foster care. We are looking for a compassionate professional with experience supporting children involved in the Child Welfare System who have experienced significant trauma. The Therapeutic Care Coordinator partners with youth, foster families, and service providers to build skills, strengthen relationships, promote stability, and support permanency outcomes. Success in this role requires strong collaboration and communication skills, flexibility, consistency, and knowledge of trauma-informed care, crisis management, Collaborative Problem Solving, and Attachment Theory.

If you are passionate about supporting youth and families, thrive in a collaborative environment, and bring patience, flexibility, and strong communication skills to your work,

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $21.25 - $22.00
• Medical, dental, life, and AD&D insurance
• Flexible time off and holiday pay
• 403(b) retirement plan with 4% employer contribution after 6 months
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness
• In-house training on Collaborative Problem Solving and Trauma-Informed Care

About Boys & Girls Aid

Founded in 1885, our mission is to ensure every child in foster care grows up in a family. We teach and model healthy environments, invest in relationships, and create opportunities for youth. We value our employees through a culture of open communication, transparency, and honesty, and we support work-life balance alongside competitive pay and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Assesses youth needs and coordinates services, including transportation to appointments, court hearings, and medical or mental health services. Collaborates with partner agencies, families, foster parents, and other providers to ensure youth receive coordinated, consistent support.
• Maintains professional, positive, and collaborative relationships with youth, families, foster parents, Agency staff, ODHS Case Workers, service providers, and community stakeholders to coordinate services, support youth and families, and promote positive outcomes.
• Works in a collaborative team environment with Agency staff, ODHS Case Workers, foster parents, and other team members to coordinate services and support youth and families.
• Uses a trauma-informed lens, Collaborative Problem Solving, Attachment Theory, and crisis management models to provide coaching and guidance to foster parents and team members on effective interventions, skill-building strategies, and supporting youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field with two (2) years of related experience, OR Master's Degree in a related field with one (1) year of related experience.
• Must have some experience in clinical assessment of young children, training/curricula development, and training others. Must have general knowledge of systems of care for youth and families including child welfare, DHS, mental health, and substance abuse and treatment.
• Must maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Valid driver's license from state of residence (Oregon or Washington), verification of personal automobile liability insurance, passing DMV driving record check and passing background check.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of youth and families, we'd love to hear from you.