Overview

Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

 

Job Summary

The Y is seeking a dedicated individual for the position of Case Aide. You will provide support to families within YMCA Caregiver Supports Program, CPA: Caregiver Support Program, and Behavioral Rehabilitation Program, including supporting state licensed, Y licensed, and unlicensed caregivers of youth in foster care. The Case Aide works directly with youth and partners with Case Managers and the family to enable the child and caregivers to utilize medical, educational, social, clinical, and other services necessary for maintaining the child's physical, psychological, and/or developmental health. Case Aides also work to provide support to participants and families in school, home, and community environments. Case Aides may also work with participants in traditional foster care to provide visitation supervision.

 

This position is at the Social Impact Center Y, the social services branch of YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS). The mission of the Social Impact Center Y is to accelerate young people’s ability to build safe, successful, and happy lives. Every year, we serve 5,000 children, youth, young adults, and families across King County with programs that aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; ensuring stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center Y’s programs include housing, behavioral health, foster care licensing, violence prevention, education, and employment. Many of the young people we serve have had involvement in the foster care, criminal justice system, and/or homelessness systems.   

 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time position with an expected schedule of Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5p.m. with flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed. 

 

What you'll get from working at The Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance 

• Retirement with generous employer contributions 

• Free access to mental health resources 

• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) 

• Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services. 

* Some benefits only available to full-time staff 

 

Hiring Range: $24.00 – $27.00/hour

 

 

Responsibilities

• Supervises participants in social and recreational experiences and provides respite to caregivers.
• Develops and facilitates life skills and coping skills for participants.
• Provides behavior management support for participants in home, school, and community settings.
• Supervises visitation with parents and/or siblings.
• Assists in developing participant’s strengths and interests and helps enroll in extra-curricular activities, i.e., obtain pass to YMCA, visit animal shelters, obtain library card, etc.
• Provide protective supervision for the child at all times, that is appropriate for the child-assessed level of supervision and is in accordance with the approved child specific service and supervision plan.
• Recognize stressful circumstances (such as poor sleep, hunger, illness, parental visits, or court dates) and make reasonable adjustments in expectations for the child.
• Prompt assessment of any ongoing or suspected medical condition allows adults to better understand what behaviors can reasonably be expected of a child.
• Provides direct participant support in emergent and crisis situations.
• Ensures participants are transported on-time and safely to/from all scheduled parent/sibling visitations, appointments and other activities. Service area includes Snohomish, King, and Pierce County.
• Reports all critical incidents in accordance with Washington state and YMCA Incident Reporting Policy & Procedures.
• Adheres to YMCA program rules and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

Code of Conduct for Applicants 

 

 

Qualifications

• Meet one of the following requirements:
  • Have a high school diploma or GED and twenty-four (24) months of documented professional experience working with children and families.
  • Have an associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field, or two (2) years of completed coursework toward Bachelor’s degree and One (1) year documented experience directly working with children and families.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field and six (6) months of documented experience directly working with children and families and knowledge of child safety, behavior management training authorized by DCYF to include redirection, effective problem solving, excellent verbal and written communication, knowledge of basic child development and milestones and effective interpersonal communication.

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Have the skills and ability to work successfully and meet the special needs of participants in child welfare care.
• Be able to complete and pass a criminal background check.
• Intermediate proficiency with computers, basic Microsoft Office software and case management/client tracking software.
• Experience tracking and summarizing data into reports.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to details, timelines and follow-through.
• Current state approved first aid, CPR and HIV/AIDS training certification.*
• TB test by the Mantoux method. **
• Prior to hire all Behavioral Case Aide Support Specialist must be assessed by the Contractor to possess the following:
  • Knowledge of child safety;
  • Behavior management training authorized by DCYF to include redirection, physical intervention.
  • Effective problem solving;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication;
  • Knowledge of basic child development and milestones; and
  • Effective interpersonal communication.

 

*        Within 30 days of employment or first available training

**       Within 30 days of employment

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• Background in trauma-informed care and working with children with significant behavioral health challenges.

Personal Vehicle Driving Duties Requirement

This role transports clients as an “authorized driver” for the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS) using your own vehicle (proof of current auto insurance and vehicle registration are required). Driving duties for this role are Required.* Driving roles are safety-sensitive. To become an authorized driver, you must be 21+, have possessed a driver's license for at least 3 years, and pass a drug screen that will test for impairing substances (including marijuana) in addition to meeting the driving record standards below:

 

YGS Driving Record Standards

Within the last three (3) years: No more than two (2) vehicle related suspension(s) and/or reinstatement(s). No more than two (2) moving violations and/or accidents. Moving violations include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Speeding

· Improper Lane Change

· Failure to Yield in Right-of-Way

· Failure to Obey Traffic Signal

· Failure to obey Traffic Sign

 

Within the last five (5) years: No Major Violations which include, but are not limited to, the following:

· DUI, DWI, OUI, OWI, BUI (Boating), Administrative Per Se, or Refusing to Test

· Driving with an open container of alcohol

· Reckless Driving

· Hit and Run – property damage only (Incidents involving injury fall under Permanent Disqualification)

· Racing

· Driving with a suspended/revoked license/insurance

· Speeding over 20 mph

· Fleeing and/or eluding police

· Any other felony driving conviction(s)

 

Driving records that result in Permanent disqualification from driving duties:

· More than 3 DUI, DWI, OUI, OWI, BUI, Administrative Per Se, or Refusing to Test for entirety of driving history.

· More than 3 Driving with a suspended/revoked license

· Hit and Run resulting in bodily injury or death

· Manslaughter/felony death by motor vehicle

 

*Due to state-specific reporting requirements in our driver management system, we are not currently able to enroll California Driver's License holders as Authorized Drivers.

 

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you: 

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment. 

• Are very adaptable. 

• Have high ownership and strong work ethic. 

• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet. 

• Truly enjoy being of service to people. 

• Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together. 

• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all. 

OUR MISSION 

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.  

OUR VALUES 

• Respect 

• Responsibility 

• Honesty 

• Caring 

• Passion for Excellence 

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. 

We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system. All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check in accordance with Washington's Fair Chance Act. Please download and review the below resources for more information: 

(i) The updated 2025 requirements of 49.94.010: 

https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=251099&hashed=1503034877 

  

(ii) The WA attorney general's Washington fair chance act guide for employers and job applicants: 

https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=251100&hashed=74689660 

 

 

If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org.