Youth Services Coordinator chez Cal Farley's

The Youth Services Coordinator involves a combination of social work, advocacy, and support services for young adults aging out of the foster care system.

Essential Duties:

• Assessment and Planning: Conduct assessments to determine the specific needs and goals of client. Develop individualized service plans to address their unique circumstances. 
• Life Skills Development: Provide training and assistance in developing essential life skills, such as budgeting, cooking, job searching, and apartment hunting.  
• Education and Employment: Assist in accessing educational opportunities, such as GED programs or college enrollment, and facilitate job readiness training and job placement services. 
• Housing Assistance: Help secure safe and stable housing, which may include assistance with finding affordable apartments, understanding leases, and accessing housing subsidies or vouchers. 
• Financial Literacy: Educate clients about financial management, including budgeting, saving, and establishing credit. Connect them with resources for financial assistance if necessary. 
• Healthcare Access: Assisting with access to healthcare services, including Medicaid or other health insurance programs. Assist with making medical appointments and understanding healthcare options. 
• Mental Health and Counseling: Provide emotional support and referrals for mental health counseling or therapy as needed. 
• Legal Support: Help with legal matters, including navigating the legal system, understanding their rights, and obtaining legal documents such as birth certificates, social security cards, and identification. 
• Advocacy: Advocate on behalf of clients when necessary, such as during interactions with government agencies, educational institutions, or potential employers. Ensure their rights are upheld. 
• Crisis Intervention: Be available for crisis intervention and support during challenging times. Assist in finding emergency shelter or resources in critical situations. 
• Monitoring and Follow-Up: Continuously monitor the progress of clients and make adjustments to their service plans as needed. Maintain regular contact to provide ongoing support. 
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of interactions, assessments, and progress made by each client.  
• Community Resources: Connect clients to community resources, such as childcare services, food assistance programs, and legal aid, to address their immediate needs. 
• Transportation: Assists with transportation to school and various appointments.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in field of social services preferred or 5 years working with youth.
• Competency in Microsoft Office for Windows applications (word processing, database, spreadsheet, e-mail, presentation graphics, etc.) is required.
• Proficiency in general office equipment operation is required.
• Must possess exceptional time management and detail-orientation skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must be available for travel as needed.
• Available to respond and intervene in family crisis situations.  

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Cal Farley's is an Equal Opportunity Employer.