Top 5 Child welfare Jobs in West Union, Wv

Advocate Coordinator
Harrison County CASA Program, Inc. —Clarksburg, WV
- $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
2d

Check out these similar jobs

Based on your search for child welfare jobs.

Advocate Coordinator
Harrison County CASA Program, Inc. —Clarksburg, WV
Bachelor’s Degree in social service field preferred. Support advocacy efforts of volunteers - Must stay informed of best practices in the field and coordinate…
$19 an hour
Quick Apply
2d
Kinship Coordinator
Pressley Ridge —Morgantown, WV
Requires a valid state driver’s license, safe driving record, and current auto insurance. Requires a bachelor’s degree in human services (psychology, social…
Quick Apply

Show more similar jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Case Aid - Bilingual
UMCF —Columbus, OH
Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable. Responsible for driving youth and sponsor home within a 200-mile radius and travel via airplane to homes…
$46,000 - $47,000 a year
Quick Apply
Early Childhood Mental Health Counselor/Social Worker - $2,500 Bonus
The Buckeye Ranch —Columbus, OH
You have an active driver’s license and proof of auto insurance. You have a bachelor’s degree in social work, or related field.
$50,000 - $68,500 a year
Quick Apply

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for child welfare in west union, wv

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Advocate Coordinator

Harrison County CASA Program, Inc.
Clarksburg, WV

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
$19 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Volunteer management
Microsoft Office
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Human Services

Full Job Description

The Advocate Coordinator will provide professional supervision to Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers ensuring that children involved with the CASA program receive sound advocacy and early permanency planning; to provide assistance for the program and program staff; case coordination; program development and administrative responsibilities for their assigned volunteers.

The Advocate Coordinator will be responsible for the following:

Volunteer Recruitment

Plan and execute methods of recruiting volunteers
Screen prospective volunteers
Schedule and conduct interviews to determine suitability of applicants

Volunteer Supervision and Training

Supervise and manage volunteer caseload
Assign active volunteers to ongoing caseload
Ability to clearly communicate with, supervise, and empower volunteers to be effective in their roles. Experience with volunteers given preference
Respond to questions and provide support promptly when requested
Offer and implement coaching to volunteers as needed
Ensure timely submission of volunteer tracking and court reports
Serve as liaison between the court, collateral professionals, and the CASA volunteer
Support advocacy efforts of volunteers - Must stay informed of best practices in the field and coordinate the implementation and adaptation of such practices in the program
Arrange and conduct pre-service and ongoing training for CASA volunteers
Conduct volunteer educational trainings
Attend court hearings and multi-disciplinary teams and track dates accordingly

Administrative Duties

Plan and arrange volunteer recognition events
Evaluate effectiveness of volunteer recruitment, training, assignment, and recognition efforts
Maintain up-to-date case records, including electronically in program database
Provide office coverage as assigned by the Executive Director
Complete office required paperwork

Community Relations

Contact community groups and organizations to arrange presentations to recruit CASA volunteers and increase community awareness of the CASA program

Human Relations

The incumbent represents the agency in developing, implementing, and monitoring the program. It is vital that the incumbent effectively leads and coordinates the services in a multi-disciplinary team model that may include employees and volunteers with diverse skill levels.
The incumbent ensures the program's compliance with all West Virginia statues and National CASA, WV CASA and Harrison County CASA program regulations.
The incumbent must have the ability to relate dynamically and diplomatically with volunteers, professionals, and the advocacy community.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in social service field preferred. A combination of four years of education and experience will also be considered.
Good written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of the trends of child welfare and permanency planning for children and the dynamics of child abuse and neglect a plus
Knowledge of Microsoft programs and database
Working knowledge of child protective proceedings a plus
Organizer and collaborator; proactive and timely; ability to work efficiently, effectively and with flexibility
Ability to travel
Commitment to and willingness to follow CASA's program goals and mission.

Job Type: Full-time

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

*This is a grant funded position. Funding of benefits are dependent upon continued grant funding as well.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Clarksburg, WV 26301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

child welfare jobs in west union, wv

Advocate Coordinator

Check out these similar jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for child welfare in west union, wv

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected