Licensing Coordinator- JOR
Company: National Youth Advocate Program
Location: Naperville
Posted on: March 16, 2023
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Job 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
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 join our
team! 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. 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 Benefits for you and your family * 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 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
COVID-19 Considerations: In the spirit of caring for one another
and our community, NYAP Immunization Policy and Procedures requires
all employees, contractors, interns and volunteers be fully
vaccinated against COVID-19, except to the extent an individual is
eligible for an exemption or the policy and procedure is not
applicable by law. The State of IL has a separate mandate. For more
information contact Human Resources at614-487-3888. Our
organization was established in Ohio and is now in 10 states. We
continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our
communities and families. We offer a competitive compensation and
benefits package which includes major medical, dental, vision,
401K, student loan assistance and generous paid time off. If YOU
can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless! The
person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support
agency goals, colleagues and ORR liaisons. Candidate must be able
to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons
from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, gender, gender
identity, sexual identity, disability, religious, and racial
backgrounds. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of
duties but rather a reflection of typical work performed in that
position. If this is you visit us at www.nyap.org/employment/
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