Treatment Coordinator - CANEI National Youth Advocate Program - Atlanta, GA Reporting Relationship: Program Manager POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Regional Manager or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families served. To accomplish this, the position works closely with the youth, family, and Treatment Team, providing advocacy and support towards targeted goals. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Treatment Coordinator position may include the following, as well as other duties assigned: * Actively support, represent, and extend the mission of the organization through direct services, customer contact, and all other assigned functions. * Dedicate a minimum of 50% of time in direct service of youth and families. * Support appropriate placement and/or services as needed. * Complete all required documents in a timely manner as per agency protocol. * Develop and regularly review youth Treatment and/or Service Plans with the client, caregiver(s), referring agency, caseworker, significant family member(s), and natural support per established program procedure/protocol. * Maintain youth contact including face to face interaction per COA, state, and local contract requirements. * Maintain caregiver contact including home visits per COA, state, and local contract requirements. * Assist in family reunification efforts with the youths primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youths case plan. * Report foster home licensing and compliance requirement issues when working in the Foster Care Program. * Follow agency procedures for after-hours and weekend emergency coverage. * Respond directly to emergencies and crises with youths as deemed appropriate or as necessary to ensure safety and stability. * Serve as a liaison between NYAP and referring agency caseworkers and probation officers regarding the youths services. * Participate in the Quality Assurance activities of NYAP. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelors Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution. * 2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth. * A valid social work license is not required, but is preferred. OTHER SKILLS: * Must be able to work independently and be flexible in all situations. * A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours. * Must have a valid drivers license, reliable transportation, valid automotive insurance, and a good driving record. * 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. 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. ABOUT NYAP: The National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) is a not-for-profit 501(3)c organization that has provided cost effective, community based services and support to children, youth, and families since 1978. NYAP provides a wide array of services to youth and families in Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Illinois, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Kentucky. NYAP is committed to supporting and protecting youth and families and strengthening the communities they serve. We provide opportunities and resources to youth and families through our innovative programs and services. NYAP strongly supports and offers guidance to our dedicated foster parents, work hard to build community support and advocate with public agencies and officials on behalf of youth and families. Become a part of the NYAP family! We offer company sponsored training such as CPR/CPI, along with the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company-paid Long Term Disability Insurance and a $50,000 Life Insurance Policy, as well as a generous paid time off policy. For more information visit www.nyap.org Job Type: Full-time Experience: * working with youth involved with DJJ: 2 years (Preferred) * working in direct services with youth: 3 years (Preferred) Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) 4 hours ago - save job