• Job Description

  Req#: 165269

  Job Details

  Level: Entry

  Job Location: Columbus, OH

  Position Type: Full Time

  Education Level: 4 Year Degree

  Salary Range: Undisclosed

  Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

  Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

  Description

  Transitional Living Coordinator

  Salary: $39,000.00 to $42,000.00 Full Time Position

  The Transitional Living Coordinator will provide services and assistance to the youths who are reaching the age of leaving the program. To ensure the youth in the agency custody, over the age of 14, will be able to succeed outside of the program. This position will hold a range of responsibilities varying from employment assistance, financial management, and education assistance. The position requires strong interpersonal skills to be able to connect and create meaningful relationships with the youth(s) being serviced.

  Working at NYAP

  • Flexible Schedule
  • 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
  • Half-day Fridays throughout the summer
  • Excellent Compensation
  • Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
  • Retirement Matching (401K)
  • Supervision Hours (for staff working on Independent Licensure)
  • Flexible Hours
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Phone Allowance
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education

  Responsibilities

  • Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
  • Perform a Life Skills Assessment.
  • Develop and Review an Independent Living Plan.
  • Complete NYTD surveys with the youth(s) within 45 days of the 17th.
  • Provide the youth(s) a copy of health and education records, as well as custodial information.
  • Provide Post Emancipation Services for the youth(s).
  • Meet with youth and supervisor(s) weekly.
  • Arrange and lead Family Team Meetings.
  • Attend monthly case conferences with supervisor(s) to discuss youth(s) progress.
  • Provide Independent Living Services including, but not limited to:

  • Academic and Post-Secondary Educational Support, including College Prep.
  • Employment Programs/Vocational Training.
  • Budget and Financial Management, including assisting in establishing banking accounts and reviewing credit reports.
  • Housing and Home Management Training.
  • Health Education and Risk Prevention.
  • Family Support and Health Marriage Education.
  • Mentoring/Supervised Independent Living.
  • Room and Board Financial Assistance.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
  • 2 years’ experience in working with youth and families.
  • 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.

  Driving and Vehicle Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Reliable personal transportation
  • Good driving record
  • Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

  Apply today!

  www.nyap.org/employment

  Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

  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.

• About the company

  We are National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP). We have a non-negotiable commitment to do what is best for children, youth and their families and have an abiding faith that every person has an innate ability to learn, grow and develop. We provide opportunities and resources to youth and families through our innovative programs and services, and we strongly support and offer guidance to our dedicated foster parents. We work hard to build community support and advocate with public agencies and officials on behalf of youth and families. We are united by our humanity and enriched by our diversity and are committed to supporting and protecting youth and families and to strengthening the communities we are proud to serve. We are NYAP.

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