What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth in Transition Outcome Specialist position at NORTHEAST TREATMENT CENTER?
Job Details
Description
SUMMARY:
The Youth in Transition Outcomes Specialist works to support the Case Manager in helping older youth achieve Single Case Plan goals and move towards safe, timely case closure during the transition to adult hood. This position involves working closely with all members of the assigned case management team; with older youth, biological families, and resource families; and with external agencies and partners. The Youth in Transition Outcomes Specialist will focus on placement and in-home cases.
Tasks will include direct work with families to address non-clinical supports, as well as work with external partners and systems to ensure that older youth have the support, they need in their communities to achieve reunification or other permanency.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in social work, social services, education, counseling, human services or related field required.
A minimum of 2 years of experience working with older youth, young adults & families preferred. Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well orally and in writing.
Must have a valid driver's license.
ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS·
Must demonstrate genuine empathy and concern for individuals as indicated inour Corporate Vision, Mission, and Values Statements. Adhere to applicable city, county, state, and federal laws and regulations, internal and GARF standards.
Free from contagious disease/infection Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance Criminal Check Clearance
Mental Health Assessment Substance Abuse Assessment
Able to speak English clearly and hear voice of conversational tones.
May be required to use own vehicle when other means of transportation are unavailable.
Salary : $42,000 - $43,000
