Youth Counselor (Second Shift)

Job Details

Career Opportunity

Youth Counselor

Location : Chicago, Illinois

Position Summary

The Youth Counselor works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served. This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Provides mentoring and support to employees within assigned department or program.

Hours : Monday - Friday, 1p-9p

Salary - $40,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Provides case management and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.
• Provides direct services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Completes all required training in a timely manner.
• Regularly reviews and modifies youth-based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with assigned foster parents and families of origin.
• Assists in family reunification and / or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth’s case plan.
• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served.
• Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly / quarterly basis.

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.
• Student Loan Repayment assistance , up to $1,200 per year!
• 22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (reduced work schedule) , Tuition Assistance, and Work Anniversary Trips !
• Peace Leave

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution, Master’s degree preferred.
• 2 years of experience working in direct service with youth and families required.
• 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.
• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.
• Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.
• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
• Consistently exercises discretion and independent judgement. Readily confers with supervisor in complex or unique situations.
• Demonstrates strategic and critical thinking resulting in effective time and task management.
• Demonstrated ability to coach others, transferring knowledge and information in easily understandable terms.
• Capacity to interpret and apply organizational policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated capacity to remain objective yet connected, manages reactivity, and self-regulates in response to challenges.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00 / $300,000 bodily injury liability

If this describes YOU, please apply today!

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.

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans

Who we are

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.

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.