Foster Care Treatment Coordinator II at NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM

Baton Rouge, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Advocacy, Support, Mentoring, Crisis Response, Behavioral Stabilization, Documentation, Training, Family Reunification, Cultural Sensitivity, Flexibility, Strategic Thinking, Coaching, Time Management, Discretion, Professionalism

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Baton Rouge, LA 70827 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Foster Care Treatment Coordinator II (License Preferred) Hours: Monday – Friday, evening hours are required. Location: Baton Rouge, LA 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. Provides mentoring and support to employees within assigned department or program. Working At NYAP Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k) Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 22 days off each year 11 paid holidays per year Student loan repayment assistance Tuition assistance Friday Summer hours Work anniversary trips Mileage reimbursement Parental Leave Peace Leave Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy. CORERESPONSIBILITIES Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Provides case management and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served. Provides direct 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. 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. MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution, Master’s degree preferred. Two years of experience working in direct service with youth and families required. Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record. 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. Consistently exercises discretion and independent judgement. Readily confers with supervisor in complex or unique situations. Demonstrates strategic and critical thinking resulting in effective time and task management. Demonstrated ability to coach others, transferring knowledge and information in easily understandable terms. Capacity to interpret and apply organizational policies and procedures. Demonstrated capacity to remain objective yet connected, manages reactivity and self-regulates in response to challenges. 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. 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. 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 If this describes YOU, please apply today! www.nyap.org/employment 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. “An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans”

Responsibilities

The Foster Care Treatment Coordinator II provides case management and direct services to youth and families, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. They also support family reunification efforts and maintain strong relationships with foster parents and families of origin.