Intake Coordinator

Ihre Aufgaben

The Intake Coordinator is responsible for the initial assessment of referrals and, helping in recommending appropriate services based on referrals coming into the agency. Responsible for communicating to referring agencies, interagency correspondence regarding required agency case file information.,

• Able to commit to three 12 hour workdays.

• Be responsible for the placement procedures, interagency correspondence and required agency case file information.

• Be responsible for the initial assessment of referrals and, when appropriate, conduct an on-site visit/assessment with the prospective youth and family.

• Be responsible for recommending the appropriate service(s) to be delivered in accordance with the least restrictive environment, based on assessment results.

• Be responsible for communicating to referring agencies and foster parents for the determination and negotiation of the level of care of the clients, based on assessment results.

• Entering received referral information into agency systems, including but not limited to SharePoint and Excel.

• Assist with increasing the referral base by approved methods and strategies to keep child-placing agencies aware of NYAP's continuum of care and services.

• Distribute statistical reports to supervisors detailing service reception activities as requested.

• Advocate on behalf of the youth through individual and system advocacy to promote the provision of service delivery to the youth and their families via the least restrictive service delivery option available.

• Follow agency procedures for weekend and holiday emergency coverage.

• Interact effectively with agency staff, foster parents, referring agencies, and the general public.

Ihr Profil

• Minimum two years' experience in youth services, preferring with direct experience in child welfare.

• 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.

  Other Skills

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

• Possess a sincere commitment and ability to advocate for troubled youth.

  Driving and Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver's license

• Reliable personal transportation

• Good driving record

• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability, 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.

Wir bieten Ihnen

Working at NYAP

• 22 Days of Paid Time Off

• 11 Paid Holidays

• Half-day Fridays throughout the summer

• Excellent Compensation

• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family

• Retirement Matching (401K)

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Phone Allowance

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance

• CEU's and ongoing trainings/education

Kontakt

www.nyap.org/employment

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

COVID-19 Considerations:

In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, NYAP Immunization Policy and Procedures recommends all employees, contractors, interns and volunteers be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information, please contact Human Resources at 614-487-3888