Youth Advocate Program Inc Watertown , NY 13601
Posted 3 weeks ago
Status: Full Time Hourly FLSA classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position: The Intensive Family Coordinator will provide a professional level of case management services as well as direct advocacy services to a caseload of families.
The Intensive Family Coordinator will be responsible for completing family assessments and creating individualized service plans.
The Intensive Family Coordinator will be responsible for providing services for truancy program in the school district. The Intensive Family Coordinator will report to the Director of the Program. Successful applicants will possess outstanding people skills, creativity, and energy as well as expertise of Jefferson County and its resources.
Applicants will be versed in truancy, school issues, and assessing family dynamics and issues. YAP, Inc. relies heavily on the use of informal supports drawn from resources found in the home neighborhoods of client families to build a network of support for each youth and family referred.
Travel will be necessary as well as willingness to work nights and weekends and provide 24/7 crisis support to the caseload.
Qualifications/Requirements: Minimum High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
Experience working with at youth.
Experience with community work and at least one year of experience working in the human services field.
Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance coverage.
Benefits Available:
Medical/Prescription
Dental
Vision
Short Term Disability
UNUM Supplemental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
State Sick Leave
Paid time off
Holiday Pay
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Youth Advocate Program Inc