%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe Center for Excellence in Disabilities at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Community Support Specialist.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout the Opportunity%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe purpose of this position is to provide support for the Mentoring %26amp; Oversight for Developing Independence with Foster Youth (MODIFY) Program at the WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities (CED). This position provides follow-up services to youth in transition from foster care to adult independence. The primary emphasis is the coordination of services to youth exiting foster care. Service coordination provided to this group of young adults will ensure that system linkages are in place for supporting these youth in the life domains of housing, employment, education, finance, physical/ mental health, family and socialization. The goal of these services is to promote self-sufficiency and a successful transition to independence for former foster care youth.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThis position provides program, as well as direct internal and external client support services. Responds to inquiries and independently resolves matters of low to moderate complexity. Responsibilities require some judgment, resourcefulness, and originality, but diverse guides and precedents are usually available to apply or adapt to the circumstances. Work effort has considerable impact on client services, program and project image, with potential legal liabilities.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:9.0pt;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWe strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including%5C:%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E37.5-hour work week%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E13 paid holidays%26nbsp;(%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/holiday-schedule%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Estaff holiday calendar%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/time-off/ee-leave%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Eemployee leave%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E18 sick days per year%26nbsp;(for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWVU offers a range of%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/insurance-plans%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Ehealth insurance and other benefits%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/retirement%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Emore retirement benefits information%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWellness programs%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhat You%27ll Do%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide case management services to foster youth discharging the foster care system who are pursuing post-secondary education or an employment program.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDevelop and sustain positive working relationships with the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) Bureau of Children and Families Division field offices, community resource providers, child/adult care agencies/ providers and the DHHR field staff in the region of assignment to facilitate collaborative efforts to improve services to foster care and former foster care youth.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ETrain attendees at multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings about the MODIFY Program and benefits available to youth transitioning out of the foster care system.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ECollect data for analysis of post-discharge follow up data on former foster youth.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide additional direct services to former foster care youth including, but not limited to, help with enrolling in postsecondary education programs, supportive counseling, linkage/referral to needed services in the region, financial assistance, independent living skills training, social skills training, and other services as deemed necessary to promote their independence.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ETrain and consult DHHR staff, other agencies, or foster care home regarding the MODIFY Program policy and needs of former foster youth receiving services; identify ways to collaborate and provide combined services to meet those needs.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDevelop and implement policy and program-related training for DHHR, private childcare agency staff, foster parents, and consumers.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide monthly program reports to WVUCED and special reports to the Program Manager and/or Director as requested.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPlan and deliver life skills instruction to youth in foster care by participating in regional life skills instruction trainings.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide technical assistance and consult with DHHR staff and provide agencies relating to the transition and independent living services.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPlan and implement the Foster Care Youth Council in the region of assignment as well as collaborating with other regional Foster Care Youth Councils.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EAttend MODIFY staff meetings, attend WVUCED staff meetings, and participate in other appropriate duties assigned by the MODIFY Program Manager.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E %3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe Center for Excellence in Disabilities at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Community Support Specialist.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout the Opportunity%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe purpose of this position is to provide support for the Mentoring %26amp; Oversight for Developing Independence with Foster Youth (MODIFY) Program at the WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities (CED). This position provides follow-up services to youth in transition from foster care to adult independence. The primary emphasis is the coordination of services to youth exiting foster care. Service coordination provided to this group of young adults will ensure that system linkages are in place for supporting these youth in the life domains of housing, employment, education, finance, physical/ mental health, family and socialization. The goal of these services is to promote self-sufficiency and a successful transition to independence for former foster care youth.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThis position provides program, as well as direct internal and external client support services. Responds to inquiries and independently resolves matters of low to moderate complexity. Responsibilities require some judgment, resourcefulness, and originality, but diverse guides and precedents are usually available to apply or adapt to the circumstances. Work effort has considerable impact on client services, program and project image, with potential legal liabilities.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:9.0pt;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWe strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including%5C:%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E37.5-hour work week%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E13 paid holidays%26nbsp;(%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/holiday-schedule%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Estaff holiday calendar%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/time-off/ee-leave%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Eemployee leave%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E18 sick days per year%26nbsp;(for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWVU offers a range of%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/insurance-plans%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:#045FAB;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3Ehealth insurance and other benefits%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3E401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. 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Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;line-height%5C:normal;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt%5C:auto;mso-margin-top-alt%5C:auto;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;vertical-align%5C:middle;%22%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EWellness programs%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhat You%27ll Do%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide case management services to foster youth discharging the foster care system who are pursuing post-secondary education or an employment program.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDevelop and sustain positive working relationships with the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) Bureau of Children and Families Division field offices, community resource providers, child/adult care agencies/ providers and the DHHR field staff in the region of assignment to facilitate collaborative efforts to improve services to foster care and former foster care youth.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ETrain attendees at multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings about the MODIFY Program and benefits available to youth transitioning out of the foster care system.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ECollect data for analysis of post-discharge follow up data on former foster youth.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide additional direct services to former foster care youth including, but not limited to, help with enrolling in postsecondary education programs, supportive counseling, linkage/referral to needed services in the region, financial assistance, independent living skills training, social skills training, and other services as deemed necessary to promote their independence.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ETrain and consult DHHR staff, other agencies, or foster care home regarding the MODIFY Program policy and needs of former foster youth receiving services; identify ways to collaborate and provide combined services to meet those needs.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EDevelop and implement policy and program-related training for DHHR, private childcare agency staff, foster parents, and consumers.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide monthly program reports to WVUCED and special reports to the Program Manager and/or Director as requested.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPlan and deliver life skills instruction to youth in foster care by participating in regional life skills instruction trainings.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProvide technical assistance and consult with DHHR staff and provide agencies relating to the transition and independent living services.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPlan and implement the Foster Care Youth Council in the region of assignment as well as collaborating with other regional Foster Care Youth Councils.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EAttend MODIFY staff meetings, attend WVUCED staff meetings, and participate in other appropriate duties assigned by the MODIFY Program Manager.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Vocational Counseling, Psychology, or related social service field.
- A minimum of two (2) years of direct service working with older adolescents.
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
- All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Advanced knowledge of processes and procedures, the service and/or product and its application.
- Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- Skilled at being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Skilled at talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Skilled at using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and coordinate work skills effectively and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Knowledge of and/or experience with the West Virginia State foster care system is required.
- Good written and verbal communications skills are necessary.
- An ability and willingness to work some evenings, overnights and/or weekends as well as infrequent, extended out-of-state travel is necessary.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Vocational Counseling, Psychology, or related social service field.
- A minimum of two (2) years of direct service working with older adolescents.
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
- All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Advanced knowledge of processes and procedures, the service and/or product and its application.
- Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- Skilled at being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Skilled at talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Skilled at using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and coordinate work skills effectively and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Knowledge of and/or experience with the West Virginia State foster care system is required.
- Good written and verbal communications skills are necessary.
- An ability and willingness to work some evenings, overnights and/or weekends as well as infrequent, extended out-of-state travel is necessary.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Valid driver's license
- Must have, or be eligible for, licensure as a Social Worker or certified Social Worker by the West Virginia Board of Social Work Examiners.
- Valid driver's license
- Must have, or be eligible for, licensure as a Social Worker or certified Social Worker by the West Virginia Board of Social Work Examiners.
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
