We are on the lookout for a capable Coordinator to join our knowledgeable team at Canopy Center Inc in Madison, WI.
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Come join us! We're looking for a new, full-time Case Coordinator for CASA of Dane & Columbia Counties. CASA Case Coordinators provide professional staff support to CASA volunteers and lead advocacy initiatives for the children served by the CASA program. Case Coordinators are responsible for volunteer supervision and coordination of CASA services on cases, as well as attending all court hearings for children on caseload. Case Coordinators also provide general program support in the form of community outreach, volunteer training, stakeholder relations, and volunteer recruitment.
About us: Canopy Center is a non-profit agency located in Madison, Wisconsin that provides services to children and families in our community impacted by trauma and adversity.
The mission of CASA of Dane & Columbia Counties is to be an independent voice for children and youth who have experienced abuse and neglect, who are under the legal protection of the Dane or Columbia County Courts. We do this by training, supporting and supervising community-based volunteers who advocate for these children in the community and in the courts with the goal of establishing them in safe, permanent homes as soon as possible. Each year, CASA infuses thousands of hours of volunteer work by supporting advocates who visit with their assigned child weekly. Achieving this mission requires that we maintain good working relationships between the juvenile courts, the departments of human services, and the CASA program.
Job Title: Case Coordinator
Qualifications: The Case Coordinator position requires the ability to communicate with, supervise, and empower volunteers to be effective in their role; the ability to work cooperatively with different personality types; knowledge and understanding of issues and dynamics within families in crisis relating to child abuse and neglect; comfort level with appearing in court on behalf of CASA and working with families, social workers and legal parties; and excellent writing and proof-reading skills.
Some things you would do: * Offer guidance to a volunteer navigating a difficult situation with an assigned child.
* Attend a court hearing with a volunteer, ready to speak to the content of submitted court reports.
* Present a module during an in-person volunteer training.
* Review a volunteer's report on an assigned child for relevance, usefulness, and clarity before submitting it to the court.
To succeed, you should be: Organized, empathetic, and a good communicator.
Position Details Official Duties: Volunteer Supervision
Assist in the recruitment, screening, interviewing and training of new volunteers; assist in arranging continuing education opportunities for current volunteers Assist with diversity efforts Accept new cases and assist with assignment of appropriate volunteers, in consultation with the Program Director Review and submit volunteer court reports Accompany volunteers to first visits with assigned child Provide support and assistance to volunteers, including emergency support as necessary nights and weekends Conduct annual feedback meetings with active volunteers as applicable Participate in volunteer evaluations as assigned by the Program Director Assist with volunteer appreciation efforts Program
Prepare and distribute case assignment documentation Help develop initial case plans and ongoing strategies for advocacy Maintain case files Maintain case tracking database Attend all court hearings on caseload and track court dates Attend team meetings or other engagements when volunteers are unable to attend or need support Correspond with other professionals on cases when volunteers need assistance Assist in tracking program data, statistics and/or compiling reports as requested Assist with community outreach and stakeholder relations activity Assist on general CASA matters as needed, including special events Assist in developing program improvements and initiatives, including sub-programming areas such as teen programming, 0-5, and educational advocacy Attend staff meetings and assist in the evaluation and improvement of the program Work with CASA staff on child advocacy best practices Provide program coverage as assigned by the Program Director Attend conferences/seminars/meetings as needed or requested by the Program Director Participate in performance evaluations of this position as directed by the Program Director Other duties as assigned
Other Requirements: Hours
The position can be hired for between 30 and 35 hours per week. Hours are generally typical business hours. Some evenings/weekends required during volunteer training (2-3 times per year) and once-monthly continuing education training. Potential evening hours when in-home family visits are scheduled. Availability as necessary nights and weekends by phone to support volunteers in rare cases when an urgent need arises.
Physical
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Access to a vehicle and ability to drive to locations in Dane and Columbia counties: to courthouses to attend court hearings, as well as to in-home visits for children on caseload with volunteers.
Education
High school diploma plus five or more years of work history; or bachelor-level or advanced degree in social service-related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary and Benefits: Position is salaried, with an equivalent hourly rate of between $19.50 and $21.00, dependent on qualifications – e.g., the salary range for a 35 hrs/week position is $35,490 - $38,220. Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time. Health insurance, with single coverage paid 90% by the agency. Long-term disability and life insurance policy premiums paid in full by the agency. SIMPLE IRA enrollment available with agency match of 3%. A full Benefits Summary is included in the application packet.
To Apply: Download application packet from website at or contact Human Resources at View email address on jobs.institutedata.com receive an application packet. Must return all of the following to be considered:
Cover letter;
Resume;
A list of three professional references;
Answers to application questions;
Completed employee verification, authorization, and release statement; and
Completed federal reporting form.
The position will be posted until filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,420.00 - $38,220.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to commute/relocate:
Madison, WI 53704: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
Benefits of working as a Coordinator in Madison, WI:
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