Community Care Specialist (5133)

About the role

The Community Care Specialist provides intensive interaction and support to youth and families in need of extra assistance on a one-to-one basis through recreational, educational, cultural and social activities. The position is responsible for assisting the team with supervising, counseling, teaching and supporting children, families and foster families as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual treatment and supportive services to youth and families including but not limited to role modeling in the home and community, assistance with homework and/or participation in related education activities, and others as identified in the treatment plan
• Participate in development of individual service plans
• Conduct family team meetings with families to discuss ongoing decision making process etc.
• Function as an advocate on behalf of youth with community agencies and facilitate linkages of children and families to resources
• Maintain regular communication with guardians, foster parents, and/or biological parents of youth
• Assist with youth supervision and provide transportation to youth and families as needed
• Collaborate with service providers including but not limited to DSS and Mental Health Clinic to ensure the best service delivery
• Document status and progress made on all goals including but not limited to educational, vocational, social/emotional, behavioral and personal matters
• Complete all reports in timely manner

Requirements

• Minimum High School diploma required, Associate's degree preferred
• Minimum 1 year experience working with youth and families preferred
• Experience working in not for profit preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including various hours, nights, weekends and holidays and on call hours
• Must have a Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving history to the Agency and a reliable car
• Travel is required; Navigating City Public Transportation may be required, dependent upon region
• Ability to work with economically and culturally diverse population

Skills

• Organizational and communication skills including attention to detail, oral and written communication skills