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<div><p><b><i>BoysGirls Aid is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff with a variety of backgrounds. We honor your unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. We are an inclusive community dedicated to investing in relationships and authentically valuing others.</i></b></p><p>
As a <b>Youth Permanency Specialist</b>, you'll work directly with youth and families to help them understand their permanency needs, process their history, and strengthen the relationships that support longterm connection.
</p><b>This position is primarily remote, with regular travel throughout Lane County, Oregon to meet with youth, caregivers, and community partners. Must reside in the local area.
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Pay: $20.60 - $22.00/hour</li><li>
Medical, dental, life insurance, AD&amp;D insurance</li><li>
Flexible time off and holiday pay</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program</li><li>
403(b) retirement plan with <b>4% organization contribution after 6 months</b></li><li>
Agency qualifies for <b>Student Loan Forgiveness</b></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You'll Do</b></h2><ul><li>
Review case plans, evaluations, and background materials to understand each youth's needs</li><li>
Collaborate with ODHS staff, caregivers, CASA volunteers, and community partners</li><li>
Provide direct services using models such as:<ul><li><b>
357&copy; Model</b> and <b>Life Story Work</b></li><li>
Traumainformed parenting strategies (including Collaborative Problem Solving)</li><li>
Engagement with natural supports and family members</li></ul></li><li>
Support youth in exploring their permanency goals, processing losses, and rebuilding connections</li><li>
Facilitate clarification work, visits, and relationship transitions</li><li>
Support resource families in preparing youth for reunification, adoption, guardianship, or longterm foster care</li><li>
Maintain timely case notes, reports, and documentation</li><li>
Participate in team meetings, professional development, and agency trainings (including some inperson meetings at Portland headquarters)</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What We're Looking For</b></h2><ul><li><b>
Bachelor's degree + 2 years</b> of experience in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field<ul><li>
OR equivalent education and experience</li></ul></li><li>
Familiarity with the ODHS Child Welfare system, child development, and traumainformed care</li><li>
Experience supporting youth with behavioral, developmental, and socialemotional needs</li><li>
Strong communication skills-verbal, written, and interpersonal</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and empathy</li><li>
Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management systems (including ETO)</li><li>
Reliable transportation and ability to travel regularly within Lane County</li><li>
Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and acceptable driving record</li><li>
Ability to provide official or unofficial transcripts</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred:</b></p><ul><li>
Direct service experience with youth and families</li><li>
Lived or professional experience with foster care</li><li>
Bilingual/bicultural (English/Spanish)</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Ready to make a difference? Apply today!</b></h2><p>
</p><p><b>Note: This job description is representative of the major position requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive.</b></p></div>

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