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Job Description/Benefits

Position Summary:

The Youth Team/School Liaison role for The Chaves County CASA Program is a full-time position responsible for the hands-on direct case management, advocacy and program facilitation for high risk youth. These youth are referred to CASA services by court, JPPO, CYFD, therapists, community members, school district or concerned parents. This position carries an emphasis of concentration of services including interventions and mediations at RISD. The Youth Team is expected to maintain a professional level of ethics and confidentiality at all times. The Youth Team is trauma-informed and ensures an exceptionally high quality of services and safety for those involved in the program

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: NOTE: CASA may unilaterally change the requirements of this job description at any time. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. These include, but are not limited to, the following:

Duties and Responsibilities: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Advocacy

• Collaborate with RISD to complete RAP assessments and follow-ups.
• Perform mediations both scheduled and emergencies as needed with RISD.
• Provide intervention and education with substance use. This includes social and emotional support and learning.
• Support and participate in restorative circles at RISD.
• Advocate diligently on behalf of youth.
• Coordinate with parents and youth to ensure educational enrollment, support consistent attendance/participation and advocate academic achievement.
• Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with service providers in the community relating to the youth and caregiver needs, provide support and advocacy to help ensure families have appropriate services to meet their needs.
• Attend collaborative partnership, interagency, and school/district meetings as appropriate. Advocate for and support needed changes to community systems relating to youth and their caregivers/families.
• Ensures that proper data collection and reporting are completed in a thorough and timely manner. Maintains client files on a daily basis as required by the program’s policies.
• Must be able to communicate successfully with the youth, their parents and if applicable, JPPO’s to ensure needs are met.
• Maintains strict standards of confidentiality.
• Relay information as necessary between the youth and parents relevant to the child’s welfare.
• Provide crisis intervention and make any necessary referrals to help the youth and their family. If rules are violated, provide feedback or correction to the relevant party.
• Intervene when appropriate to ensure the safety and welfare of the youth.
• Trained to handle de-escalation.
• Be available for flexible scheduling seven days per week.
• Help with transportation of youth as needed.
• Attend all CASA staff meetings, training, and fundraisers as requested.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Associates Degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related field or experience in the field of child advocacy preferred. High School Diploma/GED Required.

Licenses

Must possess a valid New Mexico driver's license. Proof of current insurance is required for any staff providing transportation to clients. If purporting to be a licensed Mental Health Professional, an active New Mexico license (or the ability to obtain one) is required.

Experience

Experience in the field of child advocacy is preferred but not required.

Train

• Must complete the Court Appointed Special Advocate Training.
• Must complete de-escalation and trauma informed training as directed by the Deputy Director.
• One Circle Curriculum.
• Motivational Interviewing
• Conflict resolution

BENEFITS! YOUR GOING TO LOVE WORKING HERE!

• Family First Work Environment: Our organization recognizes the importance of family and work-life balance. We prioritize creating a supportive and flexible work environment that allows our employees to put their families first.
• Paid Time Off: We offer a generous paid time off package (sick, vacation, family) to ensure that our employees have the time they need to rest, recharge, and spend time with their loved ones.
• Flexible Schedule: Our organization provides flexible work schedules to accommodate the unique needs of our employees.
• 403B Retirement Program: We offer a retirement program to help our employees save for their future. CASA will match up to 3% of employee salary.
• Life Insurance up to 125,000: We provide life insurance coverage to help our employees protect their loved ones.
• Short Term/Long Term Disability: We offer short-term and long-term disability coverage to support our employees in the event of an illness or injury.
• Medical Insurance Group Coverage (50/50): We offer medical insurance group coverage, with our organization contributing 50% of the premium.
• Paid Trainings: We provide regular paid trainings/conferences to ensure that our employees have the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles.
• QSEHRA Medical Reimbursement: Our organization offers a medical reimbursement program to help our employees with their healthcare expenses.
• Christmas-New Year Paid Time Off: We provide paid time off during the holiday season to allow our employees to spend quality time with their families and loved ones.
• Paid Holidays: We offer paid holidays to our employees to celebrate important national holidays.
• Phone Allowance for On-Call: We provide a phone allowance for our employees who are required to be on-call outside of regular work hours.
• Personalized Office: Our office environment is tailored to meet the unique needs of our employees, including ergonomic workstations, natural lighting, and a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.
• Trauma-Informed Work Environment: We prioritize creating a safe and supportive work environment for our employees. We provide regular training and resources to ensure that our employees are equipped with the tools and knowledge they need to support themselves and their colleagues.
• Fantastic Peer Support: We believe that peer support is essential to maintaining a healthy and happy work environment. We provide regular opportunities for our employees to connect with each other, share their experiences, and provide support and guidance to their colleagues.
• Daily Update and encouraging emails from our amazing and visionary CEO.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28,080.00 - $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location

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