Bridges Liaison

National Youth Advocate Program

Job Location:

Sharonville, OH - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 42000 - 44000

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Bridges Liaison

Compensation: $/year (based on experience)

Bridges Liaisons with the National Youth Advocate Program work in the community as part of an integral service this role you will provide support and guidance to young adults eligible for the state administered Bridges Program as they transition out of foster the general supervision of the Bridges Supervisor or designee you will work closely with young adults 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 Fridays during the summer!
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare packages for you and your family&Paid Parental Leave
Professional Growth: Ongoing training/education supervision hours &student loan repayment program
And So Much More: 401K and 401K matching flexible hours mileage reimbursement & phone allowance

Responsibilities

Facilitates eligibility and enrollment into the Bridges Program.

Completes face-to-face home visits and assessments.

Ensures ongoing Bridges eligibility requirements are met and maintained.

Completes goal setting through the development of the Bridges Plan.

Identifies initiates and coordinates housing referrals and case management needs.

Provides independent living skills education.

Supports post-secondary school enrollment vocational program enrollment or securing employment.

Connects participants with physical & mental health care and community resources for self-sufficiency.

Engages with participants to develop a trusting supportive relationship while assisting with achieving identifiedgoals.

Completes ongoing documentation to track and report case management activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in social work human services behavioral health or related field.

Experience working with families in the child welfare system.

Daily travel required with the willingness to meet participants within 1.5-hour radius on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours if needed.

Must be comfortable providing services both in the community and in the home.

Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers internet search smart phones and tablets printers fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing spreadsheet and database programs.

Must be willing to perform other duties as assigned.

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

Valid drivers license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100000/$300000 bodily injury liability

Apply today!

listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.

DescriptionBridges LiaisonCompensation: $/year (based on experience)Bridges Liaisons with the National Youth Advocate Program work in the community as part of an integral service this role you will provide support and guidance to young adults eligible for the state administered Bridges Program as t...