Parent Coach

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM•Columbus, OH

15d•$42,000

About The Position

This is a community based role; home visits and going into the community is required. Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Two late nights until 7:00 PM (employee's choice of days) Flexible scheduling available to accommodate client needs Ability to adjust hours (work later some days and come in later on others) Working at NYAP Mileage reimbursement Phone reimbursement 22 Days of Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays Half-Day Fridays during the summer Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy. QualificationsAn Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Requirements

21 years of age or older.
High School Diploma or equivalent GED.
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.
Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in social services is preferred.
Experience working with youth/families is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work directly with the assigned Home-Based Caseworker and/or Therapist to assist in meeting the needs of the referred client(s).
Assist assigned families with time management, life skill development, transportation, child development education, home management, nutrition, child supervision, and problem solving.
Supervise visitations of children who are not living with their birth families if needed.
Advocate on behalf of the families for the successful reunification and/or prevention of out of home placement of the children living in the home.
Assist and support excellence in public relations with referral agencies, the court system, and system partners.
Work collaboratively with the NYAP team.
Complete all required paperwork per agency policies and procedures.