Team Leader

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM•Columbus, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

A Care Management Team Leader with National Youth Advocate Program provides mentoring, case consultation and support to employees on the Care management Team. In this role you will work closely with youth, family of origin, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy, professional services, and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work, or comparable human services field, from an accredited institution, Master’s degree preferred.
3 years of experience working in direct service with youth and families.
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

Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Provides mentoring, case consultation, and support to program staff on a daily basis.
Travels as needed, to provide and support the provision of services to youth and families.
Coordinates, facilitates and monitors services for the youth and families in the community, including mental health, medical, educational, psychological, vocational, independent living, crisis, and social services.
Establishes and maintains strong relationship with assigned foster parents and families of origin.
Supports and assists program staff in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement.
Guides and supports program staff safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served.
A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers and families

Benefits

Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities offered!
Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family!
22 Days Off Each Year!
Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
Summer Hours Off (Friday afternoons off).
Tuition Assistance
Work Anniversary Trips!
Peace leave
Supervision Hours (for staff working on Independent Licensure)
Flexible Hours
Mileage Reimbursement