Bilingual Educator Coordinator - LTFC_ JOR

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Description

Who we are

The 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.

Working at NYAP

NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.

22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 11Paid Holidays Per Year!

Healthcare Benefits for you and your family

Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k),Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!

Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings / education

Position Title : Education Coordinator LTFC JOR

Reporting Relationship : Assistant Program Director

Position Summary

The Education Coordinator for NYAP’s La Jornada (The Journey) Program focusing on Long-Term Foster Care (LTFC) is responsible for coordinating education for minors who have fled their country of origin and arrived in the without a parent or legal guardian, and managing a team of Youth Advocates.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Education Coordinator will perform duties including, but not limited to :

Performing all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s Mission, Values and Philosophies.

Serving as the educational coordinator ensuring all services provided reflect NYAP’s mission, vision and values.

Managing a team of Youth Advocates and their caseloads.

Coordinating public school enrollment for minors.

Developing and implementing a weekly mentoring and vocational program as defined by program plan.

Creating a yearly calendar that incorporates field trips, workshops and cultural acculturation opportunities.

Creating partnerships with post-secondary entities that provide trainings in high growth fields.

Coordinating travel of minors when needed.

Serving as liaison to ensure minors have an advocate in matters of academic progress, behavior concerns, school suspension and / or expulsion and develop alternative plan for supervision when needed.

Maintaining regular communication with foster families and program administration staff.

Ensuring all area program records are maintained in a confidential manner and site reports are timely, complete and accurate.

Meeting ORR training requirements and following ORR policies and field guidelines.

Performing all duties in accordance with personnel policies and fiscal guidelines.

Performing other duties as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience working with community based providers.

Three (3) years of progressive supervisory experience.

Bilingual English / Spanish fluency required.

Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.

Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Demonstrate a high degree of customer service and relationship building abilities with a focus on caring for people, connecting communities, and promoting peace.

Must be able to embrace working as a diverse team both effectively and respectfully with persons of any background, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, ability, national origin, or culture.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong project management, leadership, and team building skills.

Ability to work independently as well as part of an extended cross-functional team.

A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours with a possibility of being on call on nights / weekends, in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.

Must be able to organize, navigate, and physically escort youth to various travel destinations possibly including airlines, trains, and buses.

Travel includes out-of-state trips to unify youth with families.

The qualified candidate will follow a team concept and support agency goals, colleagues and ORR liaisons. Candidate must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, gender, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religious, and racial backgrounds.

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.