Advocate Supervisor

CASA of Linn County

2730 Pacific Blvd SE Suite 201
Albany, OR. 97321
541-926-2651

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Advocate Supervisor

LOCATION: Albany, OR

STATUS: Full-Time; 40 hours per week (Non-Exempt)

PAY: $19 per hour monthly stipend
REPORTS TO: CASA Program Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: Court Appointed Special Advocates (“CASA”) of Linn County has an immediate opening for a full-time Advocate Supervisor to join our team. The Advocate Supervisor will be responsible for supervising and supporting up to 30 CASA volunteers. CASA volunteers are trained citizen advocates appointed by the Linn County Circuit Court. Each CASA volunteer advocates for the best interests of a child in the foster care system, with a goal of finding the child a safe and permanent home as expeditiously as possible. The Advocate Supervisor will ensure that abused and neglected children in foster care in Linn County receive strong and effective advocacy and will strive for early permanency placement.

CASA Advocate Supervisor:

· Provide oversight, support, and consultation to advocates regarding case assignments.

· Maintain frequent and consistent contact with advocates to stay updated on cases.

· Assist advocates with the preparation of written and oral court reports.

· Read and review all written reports and documentation relating to cases assigned advocates.

· Attend court hearings, Citizen Review Board hearings as needed, and other meetings as needed.

· Help plan and/or facilitate (and participate in) CASA advocate monthly in-service trainings.

· Educate CASAs on juvenile dependency related things and associated topics to advocacy.

Case and Data Management:

· Research, evaluate, and assign cases to appropriate advocates in consultation with the Program Manager and other Advocate Supervisors.

· Consistently monitor and maintain case and advocate files to ensure up-to-date accuracy as well as compliance with all state and National CASA standards, including CASA Manager data entry.

· Coordinate, document and appropriately distribute all legal discovery and substantive information related to CASA cases through resolution of each assigned case.

· Interact professionally with all parties to the case, other case participants and community partners in both an advocacy and problem-solving role.

· Meet regularly with Executive Director, Program Manager, and Advocate Supervisor team to ensure best practices.

Additional Duties:

· Attend staff meetings, conferences, seminars, and other meetings as deemed appropriate.

· Participate annually in a minimum of 12 hours of approved, relevant, substantive continuing education.

· Complete a minimum of 6 hours of professional development continuing education.

· Complete New CASA training within 6 months of hire date.

· Maintain a strong understanding of foster care issues in Oregon and Linn County; current information and conditions relative to child abuse and neglect; and Linn County ODHS and Juvenile Court Procedures.

· Assist with volunteer recruitment, training, and retention. Which includes attending and organizing events on behalf of CASA.

· Assist with fundraising and community events as needed or requested by Executive Director or Program Manager with detail being shard in advance.

· Assist the CASA team in whatever capacity necessary to maintain the integrity of the organization.

· Assist the CASA team in maintaining a clean workspace and office.

· Compassionate and patient verbal communication and active listening.

· Team-oriented mentality and work habits.

· Professional demeanor and thoughtful reaction to feedback.

· Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

· Strong proficiency with computers and technology, including Microsoft Office.

· Ability to effectively multi-task during stressful situations.

· Ability to strictly maintain confidential information.

· Knowledgeable and passionate about the issues facing families involved in the child welfare foster care system.

Four-year college degree strongly preferred. Minimum two-year college degree in a related field considered.

· Minimum of two years working in a collaborative team environment.

· Minimum of two years supporting and managing several employees or volunteers.

· Experience working with children and/or children’s issues within the foster care system preferred.

· Previous CASA experience a plus.

· Schedule will require an occasional evening and weekend hours to accommodate training and community events. Regular work schedule is Mon-Fri 8:30a-5p.

· Successful completion of an employment and criminal history background check is required.

· Applicant must be age 21 or over.

· Under the provisions of the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, the candidate will be required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility of employment.

· A valid driver’s license, prof of auto insurance, and reliable transportation (car or truck); some driving is required.

· Benefit stipend of $350

· Communications stipend of $50

· Paid Time Off (PTO)- Can be used for vacation, personal leave, family leave, sick time, bereavement, and emergency leave. Will accrue PTO on the first day of employment. Full-time employees earn up to 144 hours of PTO per year (12 hours per month).

· Sick time- Can be used for personal or family illness, injury, or health condition. 40 hours for full time and can be used after 90 days of employment.

· 401K Simple IRA with up to 3% matching

· Paid holidays for recognized holidays.

· Mileage reimbursement.

· Possibility of work from home only as needed. Determined by Program Manager or Executive Director and by program needs.

CASA of Linn County is an equal opportunity employer and operates its program, services and activities in compliance with federal and state nondiscrimination laws. No person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected classes be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any of our programs.

Applicants are encouraged to learn more about CASA by exploring the National CASA (www.nationalcasa.org) and CASA of Linn County websites (www.linncasa.org).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Team management: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Albany, OR 97321 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19