Case Outreach Coordinator

CASA for Kids Case Outreach Coordinator

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and their families? We're looking for an energetic, compassionate, and organized Case Outreach Coordinator to join our team. In this rewarding role, you'll help build strengthen connections that ensure children that have experienced abuse and/or neglect have a voice in the court system.

If you enjoy meaningful work that creates lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in making a difference, one child at a time, and become part of a team dedicated to hope, advocacy, and positive change in our communities. Please submit cover letter, resume and three references via email to Deputy Director, Libby Moeller [email protected]

Position |

The Case Outreach Coordinator is responsible for providing outreach, assistance, and advocacy focused on the best interests of young people currently involved in the Fourth Judicial Circuit juvenile court system. Regional travel, approximately 500 miles a month with mileage reimbursement. Cell phone and laptop provided.

Qualifications |

· Skilled at communicating with youth using age-appropriate language and approaches.

· Practical verbal and written communication abilities with foster parents, teachers, case workers, and other individuals involved in a youth’s case.

· Proficient computer skills and willingness to learn the database system case.

· Experience or knowledge related to advocating for youth in diverse settings.

· Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage schedules and tasks according to case timelines.

· Demonstrated commitment to the mission and objectives of the CASA program.

· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all case-related matters.

· Reliable transportation is required.

Supervision |

The Case Outreach Coordinator reports directly to the Program Director.

Duties:

· Work with the Program Director to assist with youth cases and advocate for their needs.

· Encourage youth advocacy using CASA’s proven methods.

· Participate in National CASA Pre-Service Training to ensure you're prepared for all responsibilities.

· Arrange and conduct visits with children in their placements to build rapport and offer effective advocacy for their best interests.

· Maintain precise and complete records for each case using Optima.

· Consult with the Program Director regarding case developments, concerns, or challenges.

· Coordinate and facilitate access to resources for families as needed.

· Build and sustain positive, professional relationships with foster parents, caseworkers, and other key people involved in each case.

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Ability to Commute:

• Effingham, IL 62401 (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person