Case Aide - Caregiver Support Program

YMCA Of Greater Seattle•Seattle, WA

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Y is seeking a dedicated individual for the position of Case Aide. You will provide support to families eligible to participate in the YMCA Caregiver Supports Program, CPA: Caregiver Supports Program, and Behavioral Rehabilitation Program, including supporting state licensed and unlicensed caregivers of youth in foster care. The Case Aide works directly with youth and partners with Case Managers and the family to enable the child and caregivers to utilize medical, educational, social, clinical, and other services necessary for maintaining the child's physical, psychological, and/or developmental health. Case Aides also work to provide support to participants and families in school, home, and community environments. Case Aides may also work with participants in traditional foster care to provide visitation supervision. This position is with the Y Social Impact Center, the social services division of the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS), serving around 5,000 youth, young adults, and families every year in communities across King County, Pierce County, and various counties across WA. Through our programs we aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; establishing stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center’s programs include homelessness prevention, housing, behavioral health, crisis response, foster care licensing, violence prevention, and employment. Since many of the young people we serve have been involved in the foster care, criminal justice, behavioral health, and/or homelessness systems, we truly value relatable lived experience of our staff and those applying for our positions as an asset.

Requirements

Meet one of the following requirements: Have a high school diploma or GED and twenty-four (24) months of documented professional experience working with children and families.
Have an associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field, or two (2) years of completed coursework toward Bachelor’s degree and One (1) year documented experience directly working with children and families.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field and six (6) months of documented experience directly working with children and families and knowledge of child safety, behavior management training authorized by DCYF to include redirection, effective problem solving, excellent verbal and written communication, knowledge of basic child development and milestones and effective interpersonal communication.
Must be at least 21 years of age
Have the skills and ability to work successfully and meet the special needs of participants in child welfare care.
Be able to complete and pass a criminal background check.
Intermediate proficiency with computers, basic Microsoft Office software and case management/client tracking software.
Experience tracking and summarizing data into reports.
Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to details, timelines and follow-through.
Current state approved first aid, CPR and HIV/AIDS training certification.
TB test by the Mantoux method.
Prior to hire all Behavioral Case Aide Support Specialist must be assessed by the Contractor to possess the following: Knowledge of child safety; Behavior management training authorized by DCYF to include redirection, physical intervention. Effective problem solving; Excellent verbal and written communication; Knowledge of basic child development and milestones; and Effective interpersonal communication.
Within 30 days of employment or first available training
Within 30 days of employment

Nice To Haves

Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
Background in trauma-informed care and working with children with significant behavioral health challenges.

Responsibilities

Supervises participants in social and recreational experiences and provides respite to caregivers.
Develops and facilitates life skills and coping skills for participants.
Provides behavior management support for participants in home, school, and community settings.
Supervises visitation with parents and/or siblings.
Assists in developing participant’s strengths and interests and helps enroll in extra-curricular activities, i.e., obtain pass to YMCA, visit animal shelters, obtain library card, etc.
Provide protective supervision for the child at all times, that is appropriate for the child-assessed level of supervision and is in accordance with the approved child specific service and supervision plan.
Recognize stressful circumstances (such as poor sleep, hunger, illness, parental visits, or court dates) and make reasonable adjustments in expectations for the child.
Prompt assessment of any ongoing or suspected medical condition allows adults to better understand what behaviors can reasonably be expected of a child.
Provides direct participant support in emergent and crisis situations.
Ensures participants are transported on-time and safely to/from all scheduled parent/sibling visitations, appointments and other activities. Service area is Snohomish, King, and Pierce County.
Reports all critical incidents in accordance with YMCA Incident Reporting Policy & Procedures.
Adheres to YMCA program rules and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.