About the Role
我们正在寻找一位充满热情且注重细节的个人加入我们的团队，担任资源支持专员。这是一个无薪的志愿者机会，特别适合那些希望在帮助家庭和导航资源方面积累实践经验，同时为支持自闭症教育和社区项目的使命做出贡献的人。
职责：
- 为受自闭症和/或其他神经多样性影响的个人和家庭提供支持与帮助，包括倡导、咨询和资源推荐。
- 进行需求评估，识别客户需求、优势和目标，并制定个性化的服务计划。
- 有效管理资源，监督可供客户使用的服务和支持机制的分配与利用。
- 进行全面的个案管理，包括监控客户的进展，按需调整服务，确保所有护理提供者之间的无缝沟通。
- 与其他专业人士和社区组织合作，为客户协调服务和支持网络。
- 组织支持小组和相关主题的工作坊，如育儿、教育、应对策略及社区资源等。
- 维护准确且保密的客户记录、文档及进展报告，确保符合道德和法律标准。
- 紧跟相关法律、法规及社会工作和自闭症服务的最佳实践。
你可以从CARES获得的收获：
- 直接为有需要的个人和家庭提供服务的实践经验。
- 在一个支持性和协作的环境中运用理论知识并发展实践技能。
- 有机会建立多样化的技能组合，并接触非营利组织运营和管理的各个方面。
- 获得资金机会、奖学金及资源支持，以帮助你在工作、研究和职业发展中取得进步。
Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a resource navigator. This unpaid volunteer opportunity is ideal for someone eager to gain hands-on experience in helping families and navigating resources while contributing to our mission of supporting Autism education and community initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Provide support and assistance to individuals and families affected by autism and/or with other neurodivergence, including advocacy, counseling, and resource referral.
Conduct needs assessments to identify client needs, strengths, and goals, and develop individualized service plans.
Manage resources effectively by overseeing the allocation and utilization of services and support mechanisms available to clients.
Conduct comprehensive case management, including monitoring the progress of clients, adjusting services as needed, and ensuring seamless communication across all care providers.
Collaborate with other professionals and community organizations to coordinate services and support networks for clients.
Facilitate support groups and workshops on topics related to parenting, education, coping strategies, and community resources.
Maintain accurate and confidential client records, documentation, and progress notes in compliance with ethical and legal standards.
Stay up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in social work and autism services.
What you can get from CARES:
Hands-on experience providing direct services to individuals and families in need.
Opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and develop practical skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Opportunity to build a diverse skill set and gain exposure to various aspects of non-profit operations and management.
Access to funding opportunities, grants, scholarships, and resources to support professionals in your work, research, and professional development endeavors.
Requirements
目前正在攻读或刚从社会工作相关领域毕业。
具备较强的人际交往和沟通能力，能够与客户建立融洽且互信的关系。
具备同理心、耐心和文化敏感性，能够有效与来自不同背景的个人合作。
了解自闭症谱系障碍，具有与发育障碍者工作经验者优先。
能够在多学科团队环境中独立工作和协作，能够管理多个个案和优先事项。
要求具备流利的中文读写和交流能力。
申请说明：
申请时请将简历发送至admin@caresseattle.org，或点击**此处**通过我们的网站申请。
Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in or recent graduate from a social work program or related field.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build trusting relationships with clients.
Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity, with the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, managing multiple cases and priorities.
Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in Chinese is required.
Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit a resume to admin@caresseattle.org or click HERE to apply on our website.
About the Company
西雅图华盛顿的华人自闭症资源与赋能服务社（CARES）是一个501(C)3的非营利组织。在CARES，我们致力于为自闭症谱系中的中文使用者及其家庭提供包容且具有文化敏感性的支持。我们提供个性化服务，包括支持小组、工作坊以及中文资源，旨在应对每个个体和家庭可能面临的独特挑战。
我们对多元化的承诺
我们的社区欢迎多样的经验、背景和观点，这些多样性驱动着我们的探索精神，让我们能够更好地与越来越多元化的患者和家庭建立联系。CARES在招聘、雇佣、培训、薪酬和晋升过程中，不会因种族、宗教、肤色、国籍、性别（包括怀孕、分娩或相关的医疗状况）、性取向、性别认同、性别表达、年龄、受保护的退伍军人身份、残障人士身份或任何其他法律保护的特征而作出任何歧视。
在CARES工作的人是一个重视、尊重并庆祝每个人独特品质的社区成员。每个成员都被赋予自由做自己，这种社区文化在各个层面上培育和推动公平、多元与包容。
CARES自豪地成为平等就业机会工作场所及积极行动雇主。
The Chinese Autism Resources and Empowerment Service (CARES) is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization based in Seattle, WA. At CARES, our commitment is to provide inclusive and culturally sensitive support to Chinese-speaking individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. We offer personalized services, such as support groups, workshops, and resources in Chinese, designed to address the distinct challenges each individual and family may face.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Our community welcomes diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, which drive our spirit of inquiry and enable us to better connect with our increasingly diverse patients and families. CARES recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.
The people who work at CARES are members of a community that values, respects, and celebrates all the qualities that make each of us unique. Each of us is empowered to be ourselves within this community, which cultivates and promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels.
CARES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.