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Strengthening Families Coach

Location: Fairmont, WV

Position Summary

The Family Coach works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families being served by the National Youth Advocate Program by assisting the families in life skills and home management. Program will serve Marion, Monongalia, Harrison, Preston, Taylor, and Barbour Counties.

Working At NYAP

• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• 22 days off each year

• 11 paid holidays per year

• Student loan repayment assistance

• Tuition assistance

• Friday Summer hours

• Work anniversary trips

• Mileage reimbursement

• Peace Leave

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

Responsibilities

The Family Coach will perform duties including, but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.

• Work directly with the assigned Home Based Caseworker and/or Therapist to assist in meeting the needs of the referred client(s).

• Assist assigned families with time management, life skill development, transportation, child development education, home management, nutrition, child supervision, and problem solving.

• Supervise visitations of children who are not living with their birth families if needed.

• Advocate on behalf of the families for the successful reunification and/or prevention of out of home placement of the children living in the home.

• Assist and support excellence in public relations with referral agencies, the court system, and system partners.

• Work collaboratively with the NYAP team.

• Complete all required paperwork per agency policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED. Associate’s Degree in social services is preferred.

• Experience working with troubled and needy youth/families is preferred.

• 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.

Other Skills

• 2 years’ experience working directly with youth and families is preferred.

• Works well independently and as a team member.

• Multi-task efficiently and be flexible in all situations.

• Openness to traveling as needed.

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!

www.nyap.org/employment

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.

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.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Qualifications

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.