Who We Are:

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.
• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
• Time Off Based on Hours Worked, Plus 10 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (reduced work schedule), Tuition Assistance, and Work Anniversary Trips!

Summary:

The Community Support Specialist provides direct service to members through outreach (60% of your workday will be spent out of the office providing direct service), including intensive case management, advocacy, linkage and referral, crisis intervention, and collaboration with providers. The community support specialist

Responsibilities:

• Perform weekly/monthly wellness checks after client transition.
• Assist in addressing the needs/objectives of the clients relative to their supported service within the community
• Assist client in establishing a housing expense budget
• Assist client in move-in plan and furnishing of the unit plan.
• Registering Client in PAIRS system.
• Assist client in purchasing furnishing for permanent supported housing.
• Maintain all receipts of transitional funds to provide to subsidy Administration
• Assist client in setting up utilities for permanent supported housing.
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping of all client income and all sources at entry, minimally at each annual recertification, and at the exit to determine income increases.
• Help clients identify and build upon their strengths.
• Assist clients in gaining information and support from the community to make their goals a reality.
• Support clients in problem-solving and decision-making.
• Model healthy interpersonal skills.
• Advocate for services needed for clients served.
• Keep client case files up to date and organized.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with the client, service coordinators, service providers, and support personnel to ensure that clients meet house application requirements and maintain housing when secured.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree with five years of experience in the Human Services Field working with individuals with mental health issues
• Flexibility to work evenings and occasional weekends
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple projects and cultivate relationships
• Expertise in providing client support/excellent customer service
• Must have reliable transportation
• Computer literacy and efficiency with MS Office software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must commit to working from a strengths-based perspective.

If this describes YOU, please apply today!

www.nyap.org/employment

COVID-19 Considerations:
We are safely and successfully working out in the community and in-home settings.

Covid-19 Vaccination Note:
In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, NYAP is strongly encouraging all employees become fully vaccinated against COVID by November 1, 2021. Documentation will be required. The State of IL has a separate mandate. For More Information Click Here
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.

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy

Our organization was established in Ohio and is now in 10 states. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes major medical, dental, vision, 401K, student loan assistance and generous paid time off. If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

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.