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National Youth Advocate Program
Cicero, IL, United States
Job Details Job Location Cicero, IL Education Level High School Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services 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 11 Paid Holidays Per Year! Healthcare Benefi
Job Source: National Youth Advocate ProgramNational Youth Advocate Program
Chicago, IL, United States
Job Details Job Location Chicago, IL Education Level High School Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services 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 tho
Job Source: National Youth Advocate ProgramIstituto Marangoni
East Chicago, IN, United States
Job Details Job Location : East Chicago, IN Education Level : 4 Year Degree Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Nonprofit - Social Services Working At NYAP NYAP's commitment to doing what isbestfor 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 11 Paid H
Job Source: Istituto MarangoniNational Youth Advocate Program
East Chicago, IN, United States
Job Details Job Location East Chicago, IN Education Level 4 Year Degree Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services 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 11 Paid Holidays Per Year! Healthcar
Job Source: National Youth Advocate ProgramNational Youth Advocate Program
Cicero, IL, United States
Job Details Job Location Cicero, IL Education Level 4 Year Degree Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services 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-changin
Job Source: National Youth Advocate ProgramNational Youth Advocate Program
Cicero, IL, United States
Job Details Job Location Cicero, IL Education Level High School Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services 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 thos
Job Source: National Youth Advocate ProgramNational Youth Advocate Program
Chicago, IL, United States
Job Details Job Location Chicago, IL Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services 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
Job Source: National Youth Advocate ProgramNational Youth Advocate Program (NYAP)
Chicago, IL, United States
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/
Job Source: National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP)Chicago, IL, United States
Job Details Job Location : Chicago, IL Education Level : High School Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Nonprofit - Social Services Working At NYAP
NYAP's commitment to doing what isbestfor 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 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
Pet Insurance
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off ( Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips !
Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
Salary: $56,000
Position Summary
This position is responsible for licensing and retaining quality foster homes, ensuring licensed homes meet or exceed community and organizational needs
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Completes all required training in a timely manner.
Support the development of potential foster parents in understanding the needs of the youth entering foster care.
Responsible for the knowledge and implementation of all rules, regulations, and policies related to foster care.
Complete face-to-face meetings with each potential family within the first two weeks to answer questions and assist in the licensing process.
Assist all potential foster families in providing all required information and completing required paperwork in a timely manner.
Meet with foster parents experiencing challenges in the licensing process to identify and assist in overcoming barriers.
Develop a comprehensive home study for each potential family and submit for approval.
Maintain and update all foster home records in appropriate systems.
Provide ongoing training and support to licensed foster homes.
Complete annual evaluations and recertification of all licensed foster homes.
Support foster parents including providing information, education, meetings, support groups, and one on one discussions.
Travels daily, to provide community based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis.
Actively participate in the weekly supervision process.
Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
Report incidents to state and supervisory agencies when appropriate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.
A valid professional license as required and acceptable by state or contract regulations.
Bilingual English/Spanish fluency
Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/300,000 bodily injury liability
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.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.
Ability to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
Must be comfortable with public speaking
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 joinourteam!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.
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