Self-Sufficiency Advocate (Finance)
PURPOSE
The Self-Sufficiency Advocate provides aftercare services to former foster care recipients between the ages of 18 and 21 and PAL (Preparation for Adult Living) eligible participants. This service includes assessment and case management, as well as, assisting each young adult in moving toward self-sufficiency and self-responsibility.
FIVE MAJOR ROLES
Program Development
Program Delivery
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Not currently.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE/SKILL
Bachelor's degree in a human services or related field.
Minimum of one year of experience working with children is preferred.
PAY BAND
This position is in Pay Band 4 of the current salary scale.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TASKS/EFFORT
Oversees and carries out all responsibilities identified in the Iowa Aftercare Services Network Contract
Provides face to face contact with each client a minimum of twice per month
Has a working knowledge of the relevant sections of the Code of Iowa
Maintains collateral contacts with schools, employers, and therapists to monitor progress
Maintains close contact with the Program Director for the Supervised Apartment Living Program
Attends weekly clinical meetings.
Attends supervisory meetings as scheduled
Provides completed billing monthly. Ensures that all aspects of billing are included and that it is accurate.
Carries out all aspects of documentation requirements
Provides assessment and case management of young adults
Maintains contact with the client's worker and report any major concerns immediately
Attends quarterly mandatory meetings and submits reports on time
Ensures the immediate safety and basic needs of each young adult
Transports clients when necessary
TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY
Computer (desktop/laptop)
Multi-line telephone system
Copy machine/scanner
Video conferencing equipment
Microsoft Office software
Web Browser software
Database software
POSITION TYPE
This is a part-time, non-exempt position.
TRAVEL
Some travel may be required for this position. A valid Iowa driver's license is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level is usually minimal to moderate. Works in well-lighted, climate-controlled environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands.
While performing duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; may need to sit for extended periods of time; use stairs, as needed; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Physically move to access all YSS locations. Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, repeatedly. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
VOLUNTEERISM
This position will engage and assist all YSS volunteers (individuals and groups) adhering to volunteer management best practices to ensure meaningful volunteer experiences. This position will maximize the skills and interests of all YSS volunteers to better impact our organization and the youth and families we serve.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
YSS EMPLOYEE COMMITMENT
Commitment to agency core values and mission.
Understand and adhere to accreditation standards, agency policy, and licensing requirements.
Responds in a timely manner to internal and external stakeholders
Understands a culture of Trauma Informed Care, and models positive interactions at all times.