CASA Program Coordinator - Position

Overview

This part-time contract position is responsible for the overall management of the program and all aspects of the Program’s operations. This primarily involves the supervision and coordination of a volunteer advocate service program that provides CASA services to abused and neglected children. However, the volunteer advocate service program may provide a CASA to other minor children involved in a matter before the Court if it is in a child’s best interest.

Key responsibilities include but are not restricted to:

OTHER JOB DUTIES

• A bachelor’s degree in social service-related field or closely related field OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills.

• Commitment to CASA program’s goals and mission.

• Basic understanding of child development and family relationships.
• Impact of substance use, mental health and domestic violence.
• Basic interviewing and assessment techniques.
• Individual and group behavior.
• Trends in the social services area including trauma-informed care.

• Be self-motivated
• Work independently
• Be objective
• Adapt to different situations and challenges
• Excellent verbal and written communication and demonstrated competency in office software applications. Optima - a unique application will be taught.

• Effectively train, coordinate, and evaluate the work of volunteer advocates.
• Relate to and communicate with persons of diverse ages, social, economic, cultural and educational backgrounds.
• Establish and maintain rapport with volunteer advocates, guide them toward positive goals using effective communication skills.
• Respond effectively in crisis and emergency situations.
• Express ideas and recommendations clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with justice system officials, community, organizations and agency staff, associates, other county employees and the public.
• Maintain detailed records and prepare clear, concise written reports.
• Exercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within the scope of contracted authority.
• Coordinate social media.

• A valid Nevada State Driver's License.
• Has never been arrested for, found guilty of, nor pleaded guilty, nor nolo contendere to, nor has charges pending for any criminal offense involving abuse or neglect, or abandonment of a minor child, or for related acts that would pose risks to children or required to register as a sexual offender.
• Submits a resume and an application with at least three (3) references.
• Submits to a personal interview.
• Passes the background check including reference checks, social security verification and criminal record, sex offender registry and Child Abuse and Neglect Registry.

The work is performed in an office environment, a court room and remotely. Some evenings and weekend work may be required depending on program needs. The number of hours each week will vary from 8- 30 hours depending on Program needs. NO BENEFITS. No FLSA status. CONTRACT POSITION.