Relief Youth Worker – Part Time

Coverage

Provide coverage for Youth Worker and Awake Night vacations.

When not providing coverage for the above positions, the Relief Youth Worker will work a recurring weekly schedule assigned by the Program Coordinator.

Youth Work Records

Daily progress notes.

Transports and accompanies clients to appointments and/or meetings as appropriate.

Conducts routine meetings with youth when filling in for a Youth Worker on vacation.

Advocates for youth and teaches youth advocacy skills to obtain needed services.

Organizes, facilitates, and participates in daily recreational activities as needed.

Teaches independent living skills through active participation in chores, cooking and daily activities.

Assesses and handles crisis situations, behavioral issues and rule violations.

Makes sure to handle medication.

Other Duties

Participates in staff meetings.

Facilitates client group meetings as needed or assigned.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator.

Specifications and Qualifications

• Education and Training: Mature adult with high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two years’ experience with high risk youth, youth in a residential setting or two years of college in social services related field.
• Specialized Skills: Drivers license; clean driving record; basic knowledge of and ability to teach independent living skills experientially; basic counseling and case management skills; basic professional writing skills; computer literacy.
• Cognitive Requirements: Good problem solving skills; literacy and general knowledge on at least a high school graduate level.
• Physical Requirements: Strength and dexterity to do basic household maintenance; ability to climb stairs.

Work Environment

Residential setting for adolescents; shift work involving some nights and weekends; much time spent in a community environment; some outdoor activities.

Ability to work as a member of a team required.