What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case aide foster care position at Hoyleton Youth and Family Services?
Foster Care Case Aide
POSITION SUMMARY
This part-time position is based out of our Fairview Heights, IL, office.
Provides transportation, supervision, and other support for the foster care program, including foster children, foster parents, biological parents, and caseworkers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides transportation to and from parent-child visitation, counseling, and other services.
Provides supervision during visits, assuring appropriate interaction between parents and children; completes case notes concerning parent-child visits and informs caseworkers of any concerns.
Thoroughly documents factual information of observation during visitation. Documentation must be submitted daily.
Follows agency and state guidelines regarding driving, rules of the road, and safety.
Performs administrative assignments as requested
SKILLS and ABILITIES
Possess the experience, personal qualities, and practice skills to work effectively with professionals from a variety of disciplines both internally and with other organizations.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE
Minimum High School diploma, Associate, or Bachelor's Degree
A minimum of one year working with children.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
- Must possess and maintain proof of automobile insurance
- Must be able to drive independently.
CARE & TCI
One of the essential job functions of any position within the agency is to align your performance with our overarching philosophy of CARE.
All decisions, actions, communication, and performance should align with the six CARE principles (Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship-Based, Ecologically Oriented, Competence Centered, and Trauma-Informed).
Not only must you complete the CARE training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work.
Every employee must also pass TCI training with a satisfactory grade in written and / or physical testing. All employees must remain current on refresher training that is provided monthly at all locations.
You will be tested every 6 months on the physical portion, if applicable to your position. You will be tested annually on the written portion regardless of your position.
If you are not current on your TCI refresher training every six months, you will be required to retake the full course. If you do not pass either test, you may be required to retake the full course.
Not only must you complete the TCI training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work.
Location : 62208
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Last updated : 2024-11-07
Salary : $18 - $27
