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Kingston, Kingston, NY, US
nSalary Range: $19.50 To $21.33 Hourly
nCASE AIDE – FOSTER CARE
nProgram : Foster Care Services – Kingston, New York
nType : Full-time
nPay Range : $19.50 – $21.33 (Hourly) HYBRID POSITION - REMOTE/OFFICE WORK
nJob Ref. #: 0144
nSchedule : Monday – Friday, flexed schedule
nNote : This is a driving position; a clean & valid NYS Driver's License is required
nOur Mission
nSt. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth, and improve the lives of the children, families and adults we serve.
nOur Vision
nSt. Catherine’s willingness to embrace change and develop new services is, and will remain, our guiding philosophy as we support the human service needs of children, families, and adults throughout the region.
nPosition Overview
nThe Foster Care Case Aide is responsible for providing administrative and operational support for the agency’s foster care department. The aide assists with the logistics of various department operations, including family visits and service plan review meetings, supporting the transportation, care, and supervision of children during these events. This vital position assists the family specialists in ensuring that successful case activities occur for the agency’s foster care families and foster parents.
nTransportation may also be needed for a child to access medical appointments, educational events, mental health counseling appointments, and visits with a variety of family members. During these activities, the Case Aide works closely with the foster care family specialists and receives their support and guidance.
nAdditionally, at the direction of the Regional Supervisor of Foster Care, this key individual provides administrative support to maximize the department’s efficiency in overall operations and administrative functioning.
nPosition Requirements
nnnAssociate’s Degree in Human Services or related field, is preferred.
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nnCandidates with a combination of education & lived experience related to child welfare or social services will be considered.
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nnPreferred: At least 1 year of experience working with at-risk families and/or other types of community services.
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nnA Clean and Valid New York State Driver’s License (actively licensed at least one year) is required.
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nnA safe, reliable and insured vehicle for client transportation, required.
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nnAbility to work flexible hours to accommodate client schedules, which may include evening and/or weekend hours.
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nnProficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Business Suite, & use Secure Internet practices.
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nnAbility to nurture and show compassion and understanding for clients/children in crisis.
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nnQualities of positivity, flexibility and adaptability to day-to-day changes with client needs and functioning;
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nnHave a professional record of integrity, proven reliability and dependability.
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nnCapable of exercising ethical, independent judgment and discretion; handle sensitive family and individual data with strict confidentiality.
n*Staff in driving positions must be able to meet the agency’s minimum requirements of our insurance policy for authorized drivers; including, but not limited to the minimum age of 21 at time of hire, and the ability to maintain insurability throughout employment.
nEssential Duties & Responsibilities include
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nnSupports the operational functioning of the department, including transporting, caring for, and supervising children during case-related activities.
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nnAs requested, transports foster care children to medical appointments, educational events, mental health counseling appointments, and visits with a variety of family members.
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nnProvides administrative support linked to the foster care department functioning.
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nnAssists with case-related family visits and service plan reviews, including caring for and monitoring the safety of the family’s children.
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nnAbility to produce quality case documentation that adheres to the specifications set by St. Catherine’s Center for Children, the New York State Education Department, the New York State Office of Mental Health, NYS-OCFS, and other regulatory bodies, as pertinent to department operations.
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nnAt all times, provides a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for the agency’s foster care children.
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nnArticulate standards and actively institute safeguards to protect client and family confidentiality in all aspects of agency work. The ability to meet all HIPAA requirements and maintain strict client confidentiality is essential.
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nnCapable of exercising ethical, independent judgment and discretion, handle sensitive data with strict confidentiality.
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nnAssists with other case-related and department functions, as directed and assigned by the supervisor.
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n nWhat We Offer You**
nAt St. Catherine’s Center for Children, we believe in taking care of the people who take care of our community. We offer competitive compensation alongside a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wealth, and professional growth:
nFinancial Security & Future Planning
nnnPension Plan: Secure your future with a retirement pension plan featuring a generous agency contribution.
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nn403(b) Retirement Savings: Pre-tax savings options to further build your nest egg.
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nnStudent Loan Forgiveness: As a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency, employment here qualifies eligible staff for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
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nnExpense Reimbursements: Travel and mileage reimbursements for any role-related transit.
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n nHealth & Well-being
nnnComprehensive Health Insurance: Choice of robust Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to fit your needs.
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nnWell-being Reimbursement: A $600 annual benefit dedicated to supporting your personal wellness journey.
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nnWork-Life Balance: Generous Combined Leave Time (CLT) plus paid holidays so you can rest and recharge.
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nnLife Insurance: Fully employer-paid, automatic life insurance coverage at no cost to you.
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n nProfessional Growth & Culture
nnnPaid Certifications & Training: Fully covered training updates, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and CPR/AED/First Aid.
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nnTuition Assistance: Financial support for continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
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nnCareer Advancement: Clear pathways for professional development and internal career growth.
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nnOur Culture: Enjoy the comfort of a welcoming, business-casual work environment rooted in our core values of Mindfulness, Relevance, Respect, and Solidarity.
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n n**Please note: To qualify for specific benefits, certain terms and conditions may apply.
nEqual Opportunity Employer (EOE) Statement
nSt. Catherine’s Center for Children is deeply committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, reproductive health, pregnancy, family history, genetics, disability, age, military status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
nIf you would like to learn more about our agency or one of our many programs, please visit our website at:
Worksite address
kingston, NY, 12402, US
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