Case Aide
Case Aide
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Career Opportunity
We are looking for a part-time Case Aide to join our NYAP team!
Compensation: $19/hr.
Position Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Program Supervisor or designee this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families served. The Case Aide will provide transportation for Youth to and from the center as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Case Aide will perform duties including but not limited to:
- Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Programs mission values and philosophies.
- Completes transportation for child including transportation to an Emergency Resource Home school the center while awaiting more permanent placement.
- In cases where an ERH is not available for placement and no other option youth will be transported by case aide to a hotel for the night and supervised by NYAP staff.
- Document all activities in a timely manner including logging mileage and hours.
- Assist in scheduling and arranging transportation
- Implement the visitation plan designed by the DCFS Caseworker/Supervisor and documented in the SACWIS Family Service Plan.
- Provides active supervision transportation parent education counseling advocacy and other professional services meeting or exceeding established outcomes on behalf of persons served.
- Completes all required training in a timely manner.
- Utilize Childrens Welfare Best Practice Principles in decision-making.
- Actively participates in the weekly supervision process.
- Performs other duties as requested
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 21 years of age and must possess a High School Diploma or GED.
- 2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.
- A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of persons served.
- Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served.
- 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.
- 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 REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid drivers license.
- Reliable personal transportation.
- Good driving record.
- Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100000/$300000 bodily injury liability.
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.
Working At NYAP
- NYAPs commitment to doing what isbestfor children youth and their families is acore valueand one that we look for in our newest team members.
- Student Loan Repayment assistance up to $1200 per year!
- Mileage reimbursement
- Time Off Based on Hours worked.
- Partial holiday pay
- Summer Hours
- Tuition Assistance
- Work Anniversary Trips!
- Flexible schedule for some positions
If this describes YOU please apply today!
listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
An Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.
Who We Are
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.
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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
