Description

Who We Are:

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.

Working At NYAP

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 10 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (reduced work schedule), Tuition Assistance, and Work Anniversary Trips!

The interview process will begin on July 1, 2022.

Position Summary 

This position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the youth and families served. This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community. Provides mentoring, case consultation and support to employees within assigned department or program. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Lead Clinician will perform duties including, but not limited to: 

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies. 

• Provide mentoring, coordinate clinical services, train new clinicians, supervise clinical staff, and support to program staff on a daily basis.

• Travel as needed, to provide and support the provision of services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.

• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner.

• Complete all required training in a timely manner. 

• Facilitate Clinical Supervision of Transitional Foster Care Clinical Team. 

• Manage caseloads and approve clinical documentation 

• Provide direction and supervision to Case Manager that supports the safety, well-being, and eventual release of each UAC in NYAP’s care. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master’s degree in social work, or comparable behavioral science field, from an accredited institution. 

• 5 years of direct clinical work experience, 2 years post graduate. Direct service with youth and families strongly preferred. 

• 2 years of supervisory experience 

• A valid advanced professional license as required and acceptable by state or contract regulations. 

• Must demonstrate a sincere commitment to the service and advocacy for youth and families. 

• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency 

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

OTHER SKILLS: 

• Multi-task efficiently and be flexible in all situations. 

• Openness to working non-traditional hours and traveling as needed. 

• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function. 

• Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others. 

• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds. 

• Possess a sincere desire and ability to advocate for youth facing behavioral health, educational, legal, development, and socio-economic challenges. 

The qualified candidate will follow a team concept and support agency goals, colleagues and ORR liaisons. Candidate must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, gender, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religious, and racial backgrounds. 

This job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties but rather a reflection of typical work performed in that position. 

If this describes YOU, please apply and our talent acquisition team will review your experience and credentials.

www.nyap.org/employment

COVID-19 Considerations:

We are safely and successfully working out in the community and in group home settings.

Qualifications

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.