Allegheny County

TAY Navigator (Multiple Positions)(Closes 8/3)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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About the role

This is professional position within the Office of Children, Youth and Families, Allegheny County, Department of Human Services (DHS).
The TAY Navigator will work with a population of 14 and older youth who are or have been placed in foster care, residential or group home placements through the Child Welfare System.
This position requires an individual to be enthusiastic about the learning process, committed to working with diverse populations and able to engage older youth.

Assess each youth's abilities, interests, and talents to support the development of academic, career, and independent living goals.
Maintain regular face-to-face and ongoing contact with youth in alignment with TAY policies to Support progress toward individualized goals.
Provide guidance and support to help youth navigate social, behavioral, and personal challenges.
Work collaboratively with CYF caseworkers, foster parents, residential staff, school personnel, and other key partners to gather information and coordinate services.
Assist in coordinating services and supports for young adults with active child welfare cases, helping them work toward transition-related goals.
Maintain a regular presence at assigned Regional Offices, including attendance at office meetings and relationship-building with CYF staff.
Offer support with youth transportation for relevant meetings, appointments, or activities on an as-needed basis.
care experience by promoting permanency, identifying natural support(s), strengthening values, reducing

The caseworker will remain the lead worker on the case, while the TAY Navigator will lead all independent-living-related services and will maintain a strong understanding of the youth's needs.
Complete all required assessments and plans, such as the Intake Assessment, IL Goal Plan, Transition Plan, and other mandated documents.
Manage caseloads, attend all required meetings and court hearings, and close cases when appropriate.
Participate in conciliation agreements and meetings and track outcomes as required.

Ensure youth obtain and maintain required documentation, including annual credit history and other vital records.
Update the Youth Summary in the appropriate system at least twice per year and maintain accurate, timely electronic case records.

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