What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intensive Family Coordinator position at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.?
Status: Full Time Hourly
FLSA classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position: The Intensive Family Coordinator will provide a professional level of case management services as well as direct advocacy services to a caseload of families.
- The Intensive Family Coordinator will be responsible for completing family assessments and creating individualized service plans.
- The Intensive Family Coordinator will be responsible for providing services for truancy program in the school district. The Intensive Family Coordinator will report to the Director of the Program. Successful applicants will possess outstanding people skills, creativity, and energy as well as expertise of Erie County and its resources.
- Applicants will be versed in truancy, school issues, and assessing family dynamics and issues. YAP, Inc. relies heavily on the use of informal supports drawn from resources found in the home neighborhoods of client families to build a network of support for each youth and family referred.
- Travel will be necessary as well as willingness to work nights and weekends and provide 24/7 crisis support to the caseload.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
- Experience working with at youth.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365; experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is a plus.
- Bilingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage is required.
Benefits Available:
- Medical/Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term Disability
- UNUM Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Paid time off
- Holiday Pay
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Weekly Competitive Pay
- Direct Deposit
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.