Employment & Internships

EMPLOYMENT & INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

To inquire about employment & internship opportunities please email ed@wespeak4kids.org

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in social service-related field or two years commensurate experience. Experience working with children and families in a professional setting preferred.
The ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Must be sensitive to & demonstrate understanding of issues & dynamics within families in crisis relating to child abuse & neglect including, but not limited to, physical, emotional & sexual abuse issues, domestic violence, mental illness, educational delays, and drug / alcohol abuse. Experience working with such families preferred.
Professional oral & written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate with CASA Advocates, staff, stakeholders, and all parties involved.
Computer literacy & ability to manage caseload with database program (Optima). Ability to prepare court reports, statistical data, and other CASA related materials.
Clear criminal background required.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Executive Director or Program Director

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES, include but are not limited to:
CASE MANAGEMENT

Supervise a caseload (not to exceed 30 Advocates or 45 Cases)
Coordinate, document, and channel all CASA Advocate requests until resolution
Input with Executive Director on case match to CASA Advocate
Consult with CASA Advocates about problems or concerns
Consult with Executive Director about case concerns
Assist Advocates with court reports & other case related documentation
Attend Permanency Conferences, Family Group Conferences, and mediations, and be available to assist the Advocate as they advocate for the child’s best interest, including filling in if the Advocate is unavailable
Coordinate CASA’s presence at court and CPS hearings, including emergency removals, show cause hearings, motions to modify and terminations in reference to caseload
Provide information and referral services to the victims and/or their caregivers
Maintain and develop relationships with collaborative agencies to fulfill CASA for Kid’s mission
Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions and recommendations

VOLUNTEER SUPERVISION

Accompany new Advocates to all initial visits, and any as requested after that; empower the CASA Advocates to be effective in their role
Make a minimum once a monthly contact with each volunteer, face to face preferred
Keep necessary and appropriate volunteer records electronically
Maintain up to date records for assigned cases in Optima
Approve volunteer hours & notes in Optima; Input only as necessary
Provide assistance and consultation to Advocates as needed and when requested
Consult with appropriate child protective services staff regarding client needs and volunteer assignments
Coordinate CPS / CASA staffings, as required and including attorney for children
Request CPS add / remove cases as needed from Case Connection

PROGRAM ACTIVITIES

Attend 25% of CASA hosted events, and other conferences and workshops offered as available that are applicable to position
Advocate in the community to educate & bring awareness of the CASA program (e.g., to child protective services, employees, etc.), to assist in recruitment
Assist in volunteer appreciation events, fundraising, & other activities as requested
Maintain compliance with any grant funding sources
Help maintain a professional, organized environment in the daily operations of the office

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Willingness & ability to work flexible hours. CASA office hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, or as designated by the ED /Board of Directors; however, hours are case & volunteer driven, so flexibility is required.
Must have transportation with necessary DL and auto insurance in order to attend CASA related activities and meetings.
Bending & lifting when setting up for events, storing supplies, moving donations, etc.
Standing for long periods of time in court, when making presentations, at special events, etc.