Youth and Young Adult Advocate

Hctx; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Youth and Young Adult Advocate to provide essential case management services to youth in foster care. This role involves engaging with young individuals to ensure they receive the necessary support for a successful transition into adulthood. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with a deep understanding of adolescent development. Join a team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of young people, and help foster a supportive environment that encourages growth and self-sufficiency.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in case management with youth in social services.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management to youth in foster care, addressing transitional needs.
• Complete case management reports and maintain documentation.

Skills

Case Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Knowledge of Adolescent Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Bachelor's Degree in Sociology

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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Department History Overview

Harris County Resources for Children and Adults was founded in 1966 as Harris County Child Welfare to provide support services for the children taken under the wing of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Fifty years later, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults still provides this support. But the now-county department has expanded services for early prevention, intervention, and adult services.

Position Description

Department History Overview

Harris County Resources for Children and Adults was founded in 1966 as Harris County Child Welfare to provide support services for the children taken under the wing of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Fifty years later, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults still provides this support. But the now-county department has expanded services for early prevention, intervention, and adult services.

Vision:

To better the lives of children and adults in Harris County.

Brief Position Overview:

Under the supervision of the Post Transition Service Supervisor, the Youth & Young Adult Advocate provides intensive case management services to youth currently and formerly in foster care; between the ages of 16 through 20 years old, in a 13-county region.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide intensive case management to address current and former foster youths’ transitional needs by engaging in program intakes, case planning, self-sufficiency assessments, internal/external referrals, wraparound meetings, and face-to-face contact with clients on a consistent basis (minimum of quarterly basis).
• Submits referrals to assist youth in acquiring additional transitional services (housing, mental health, physical health, education, employment, transition coaching (mentorship), etc.) and annual events and programs (educational and job training programs and HAY Center events) from internal programs, partnering agencies, and community resources.
• Completes weekly and monthly case management reports as required by the PAL contract and submits to the direct supervisor within a required time frame.
• Enters all required documentation in the agency case management database within a required time frame and maintains adequate case files and financial records.
• Submits requests for payment for youths who qualify for financial assistance to include senior expenses, college preparation expenses, bus cards, rental assistance, utility payments, food cards, and checks/reimbursements for other approved expenses.
• Participates in HAY Center events and Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) statewide and regional activities as required.
• Assist with Casey Life Skills assessment and Life Skills Training as needed.
  
  
  

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

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Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or other Behavioral or Social Science field
  
  
  

Experience:

• Two (2) years of full-time paid case management (including case documentation) experience working with youth in a social service setting
• Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software such as Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
  
  
  

Licensure:

• Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license (Texas) and auto liability insurance.
• Must be able to obtain a CPR Certification.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of adolescent/transition age youth stages of development.
• Follows written and oral instructions.
• Possesses excellent organizational skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and self-motivated.
• Must interact with all levels of staff.
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solve and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
• Works with limited supervision and independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Interacts and maintains professional working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Exercises flexibility, tact, and diplomacy
• Ability to drive 15-passenger van.
  
  
  

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-time | Grant-funded
• Monday – Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Some Saturdays)
  
  
  

Salary:

• $50,003.20--$53,040.00(Annually)
  
  
  

Work Location:

• 3131 Gulf Freeway Houston, TX 77003
  
  
  

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

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