Foster Care Mentor / Case Aide

The Case Aide position offers the opportunity to work with youth in foster care as a positive support person engaged in their lives on an as-needed basis. The position involves providing case-related services to foster youth and families, including transportation, community-based activities, and supervision.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Possess a valid Washington State driver’s license and have proof of automobile insurance
• Must have the ability to pass a Washington State criminal check and FBI fingerprinting
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or HSEC, preferred Associates Degree in Human Services or related field
• Have one year of experience working with children and families OR two years of social services education
• Have the skills and abilities to work successfully with challenging behaviors of children in care
• Have a basic understanding of family systems and child development
• Have effective written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills
• Possess the ability to work with diverse groups and populations
• Possess the ability to make objective, visual assessments of home conditions and crisis situations AND to communicate information appropriately
• Possess knowledge of community resources for youth
• Have the ability to interact as a team member
• Must be proficient with basic computer software, such as Microsoft Office suite

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance