Job Description

Posting number: 2601349

Department: Probate/Juvenile Court

Job classification: Other

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administrative Assistant, Court Administration, Paraprofessional, Program Management

Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the CASA Coordinator with all direct service aspects of the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Programs of Delaware and Union Counties. Incumbent reports to the CASA Coordinator.

This is a 30-hour-per-week position. It is eligible for benefits. Additionally, this position operates from the Union County Juvenile Court in Marysville.

Examples of duties

Must have high school diploma; B.A. degree in human services field is preferred. Prior experience as an active CASA and supervisory experience preferred. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and must have the ability to work independently. Ability to process data using Microsoft Word and Excel. Work involves moderately complex, relatively standardized tasks, processes and operations following established laws and procedures. Must be available outside of normal business hours and have a valid Ohio Drivers License.

Qualifications

• Files all notes, correspondence and required written case reports in a timely manner;
• Provides program support for Delaware and Union Counties’ CASA Programs as needed and travels between counties to ensure adequate coverage;
• Attends community functions as a representative of the CASA Program;
• Assists with recruiting, screening, interviewing, and training of new CASA volunteers;
• Assists with monitoring progress of CASA volunteer cases;
• Assists with entering all computer data information;
• Maintains positive working relationships with juveniles and families of diverse cultural, racial, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds;
• Assists with administrative functions of the program;
• Provides scheduled and emergency coverage for the CASA Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator;
• Attends hearings and provides recommendations for cases;
• Provides research and follow-up concerning clients’ needs;
• Attend meetings, hearings and home visits with CASAs, when necessary;
• Assists with assigning, forwarding paperwork to, and familiarizes CASAs with cases;
• Assists with corresponding with community partners on behalf of the CASA program;
• Assists with providing monthly supervision of CASA volunteers and ensures that all documentation is filed correctly;
• Assists with performing quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with local, state, and program guidelines; and
• Performs other tasks as assigned by the CASA Coordinator.