To provide direct, individualized, supportive care to youth who utilize the Youth Engagement Center (YEC).
Duties and responsibilities
* Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of client goal plans.
* Participate in team case management, case review, transition and team meetings.
* Supervise all youth activities. Motivate youth.
* Ensure a safe, healthy environment which reflects Covenant House principles.
* Escort youth to external activities.
* Facilitate and monitor group support services including meals, activities and sessions.
* Document information regarding all client interaction, caseload progress and outside agency contact.
* Complete all status and grant related documentation including census, intake and discharge, youth profiles and assessments.
* Ensure allocation and documentation of petty cash, youth savings, and resources.
* Ensures agency and youth cash and resources are safeguarded from loss or theft.
* Assists as needed with fundraising affairs and special events which may be conducted outside the employee's normal work schedule.
* Required to check company e-mail daily.
* All other duties assigned by management staff
Applicant Must be available to work the following schedule: Tuesday 7:30am-3:30pm (DLC Day), Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday 2:30pm-10:30pm; Days Off: Wednesday & Thursday
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a human service or related field preferred
- Excellent communication and crisis management skills and the ability to handle physically challenging situations.
- Excellent assessment and judgment capabilities.
- Valid drivers license with an insurable record
- Willing to travel between Covenant House sites
- Spanish Speaking Preferred
Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Plan
403B
Paid Holidays Benefit Days (Vacation, Personal, Sick)
Tuition Reimbursement