Resource Specialist

Los Alamos JJAB is hiring a Resource Specialist to work with youth and their families. Our goal is to surround youth within our community with support, empowering them to thrive in school and life. Resource Specialists leverage relationships and local/regional resources to produce results and promote success.

Youth and their families may have difficulty accessing and navigating the maze of public and private services. While there are resources in our community, the Resource Specialists are the connective tissue able to coordinate multiple resources. This includes building a team of professionals who work together and provide support. The Resource Specialist coordinates and communicates with the team members to ensure each service is relevant to the youth’s needs.

The Resource Specialist will provide case management and community resource services for high school youth and their families. The position may work with younger children and their families based on organizational need. The position will case manage a minimum of 50 - 60 youth throughout the year, identify at-risk youth and families, administer assessments, provide referrals for appropriate services, develop coordinated service plans, provide follow-up, and engage in community outreach and program development. This position is for 30 to 40 hours per week, with a flexible schedule including the possibility to work some hours at home.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field required
• Licensure as a Baccalaureate or Master's level Social Worker preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• 2 – 3 years of knowledge and experience in case management, social work, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to work with youth and their families, providing excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience working with vulnerable/underserved populations
• Ability to collaborate with school staff, providers, and other professionals
• Previous experience working within a school system is preferred
• Strong organizational, record-keeping, and communication skills
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to exercise a high level of confidentiality

Competitive salary based on education and experience. Possible evening and weekend hours, flexible scheduling.

Multiple background checks are required. Physical requirements include working in an office/community environment, regular local travel with reliable transportation.

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Los Alamos, NM 87544 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Alamos, NM 87544: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30