The Independent Living Program Coordinator will provide direct support to youth aging out of foster care and skill building.
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Coordinates and conducts monthly Regional Youth Advisory Council meetings.
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Maintains communications and working relationship with appropriate entity contacts regarding current Independent Living activities in the State.
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Primary contact for the State of Nebraska Independent Living Program Director
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Attends DHHS Independent Living meetings.
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Maintains contact with DHHS Independent Living liaisons, as needed.
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Coordinates all activities for State computer camps.
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Coordinates and conduct tours to post-secondary education sites
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Obtains and disburses resource and scholarship information.
- Trains staff regarding Independent Living transition paperwork and timelines, as needed.
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Writes and distributes Independent Living newsletter.
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Serves as resource for workers regarding specialty areas for youth leaving the child welfare system.
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Provides direct services to youth leaving the child welfare system as requested by supervisors and/or area directors.
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Seeks and identifies grant opportunities.
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Implements Saint Francis Ministries policies and follows directives as required. Follows and adheres to all pertinent Saint Francis Ministries Standard Operating procedures (SOP’s), rules, personnel policies, and procedures; related accreditation and licensure standards; and federal, state, and local rules, statutes, regulations, and contractual terms.
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Reports unusual incidents through appropriate Risk Management, clinical and safety channels.
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Ensure clients’ rights are protected.
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Is knowledgeable of and follows all safety procedures
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Service field
- One-year child welfare direct service or related experience.
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Must be 21 years of age.
- Must pass a drug screen, Nebraska Child Abuse and Neglect Registry Clearance, any background checks deemed to be necessary.
- Lifting requirements 50 lbs.
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Must have a valid NE driver’s license, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation
