Contract Home Study Assessor presso NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM

Career Opportunity

We are seeking a contract Home Study Assessor to join our NYAP Lubbock, TX team! 

This contractor position is for the licensing team and would be solely responsible for writing home studies. 

Hours and days for the role are flexible. 

Position Summary

NYAP is seeking an individual to work subcontract with our agency to complete Foster, adoption, and kinship home assessments for potential families who want to be changemakers in a child’s life. 

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s Mission, Values and Philosophies.
• The Home Study Writer will be responsible for conducting comprehensive home studies for prospective foster parents, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and assessing the suitability of the home environment. 
• Conduct thorough home visits and interviews with prospective foster parents.
• Assess the physical and emotional environment of the prospective foster home.
• Gather relevant information through interviews, background checks, and reference checks.
• Prepare detailed and accurate home study reports in accordance with organization guidelines and state regulations.
• Collaborate with social workers and other team members to gather additional information as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism throughout the home study process
• Maintain professional boundaries, conduct and confidentiality and other governmental laws and regulations, agency policy and licensure ethics. 
• Able to effectively meet deadlines.
• Provide recommendations and feedback to the organization regarding the suitability of prospective foster parents.
• Stay informed about changes in relevant regulations and best practices related to foster care
• Must be able to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Contractor responsibilities vary and are outlined in a signed agreement between the independent contractor and NYAP. 
• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or similar field from an accredited college or university. 
• 2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of child welfare regulations and best practices.
• Knowledgeable of foster care rules and the services provided by the National Youth Advocate Program.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with diverse individuals and families.
• Understanding and commitment to the mission and values of the NYAP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

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 required.

Ready to make an impact? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today and join our team!

www.nyap.org/employment

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

NYAP also requires all of our employees, regardless of your title/position, to hold and maintain automobile liability insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000.  Please contact our HR department with questions, 614-487-3888 or [email protected]

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.

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.

If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

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.