Education Specialist

Child Crisis Arizona is a beacon of hope for our community's most vulnerable children and families. For nearly five decades, our non-profit organization has been dedicated to providing a safe environment, free from abuse and neglect, and offering help in times of crisis and non-crisis to strengthen families and build resiliency

The impact of Child Crisis Arizona's work is immeasurable. By joining our team, you would provide critical support and interventions to families in need, helping to break the cycle of abuse and neglect and create strong and successful families. This approach includes both crisis interventions, such as emergency shelter and family reunification services, as well as ongoing support to build family resiliency, including counseling, education, and parenting classes. In 2020 alone, Child Crisis Arizona served over 6,000 children and families through various programs and services.

YOU can help make a difference in the lives of those in need. Join Child Crisis Arizona in our mission to protect and support our community's children and families. We are here because you matter! And we believe that every child matters too! Safe Kids, Strong Families

Schedule : Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows agency guidelines and policies.
• Establishes and maintains positive and professional relationships with Agency staff and outside Agency contracts.
• Completes comprehensive educational and developmental screenings as necessary.
• Attends and participates in agency-related meetings and training as appropriate.
• Participates and contributes to ongoing information regarding each youth cognitive and behavioral developmental needs.
• Meets with teachers, maintains appropriate contact with other agency staff and team members, participates and attends IEPs to ensure the success of youth in the educational setting.
• Participates in ongoing professional education specifically related to the effects of youth abuse and neglect.
• Maintains records and provides monthly and quarterly reports as required.
• Models Center’s expectation for sensitivity and competency relating to diversity and cultural awareness.
• Support youth in our residential program in achieving their long- and short-term goals needed for successful transition out of Foster Care Services.
• Conduct life skill assessments to identify the needs of each youth and inform treatment planning
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate life skill activities on site (groups, workshops, guest speakers)
• Support youth in seeking and maintaining employment (resume, application submission, interview readiness, dress code, work etiquette, transportation, etc.)
• Participates in Child and family team meetings (CFT) and other meetings for the youth as necessary.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Preferably a bachelor's degree in a related field and 1 year of relevant experience or (5 years of relevant experience will be considered in absence of degree).
• Experience working with the targeted population served is preferred
• Must possess or able to obtain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Must have valid Driver License and five-year clean driving record
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to display verbal and written communication skills that meet the requirements of the position and needs of clients.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Computer experience in a Windows environment required.

As a valued member of our team, Child Crisis Arizona will provide you

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Heath Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K with company match
• Generous amount of PTO
• Calm app Subscription

*Actual Pay Rates are based on Education and Experience*

Child Crisis Arizona is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that all employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability or genetic information or any other status protected by federal and state laws or regulations.

Child Crisis Arizona believes that to most effectively provide responsive services to children, families of diverse cultures, that we must strive as an agency to attract, retain and continually enhance the skills of a culturally diverse workforce that is reflective of the community and neighborhoods we operate in, and the children and families we serve. We believe that cultural sensitivity and the dynamics of diversity, equity and inclusion not only reflect best practice, but also provide opportunities for personal growth and enrichment. We are committed as an agency to an ongoing process of assessment and to broadening our knowledge, respect for and ability to effectively respond to a diverse workforce and communities.