Help Us Change Lives: Auberle Seeks 412 Youth Zone Intake Coach Liaison for Transition Age Youth

Auberle is a growing, nationally recognized, award winning human service organization that serves 4,000 individuals and families each year. Auberle staff is comprised of passionate individuals who are committed to finding the most innovative ways to solve our community's most difficult problems. Auberle is committed to working to build and sustain an equitable and inclusive work environment, and world, where cultural diversity is celebrated and valued. We believe diversity benefits and enriches the development of all! Our staff have voted us as a Top Workplace by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette for 10 years in a row. Auberle operates over 20 programs in 16 Western PA counties with 200 staff and a $16M budget.

Youth aging out is a critical population in our society that has suffered from extremely poor outcomes. Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) decided to make a significant change in its services for youth aging out of the system, ages 16-24. Auberle was selected to administer all aspects of service delivery to this population, all through a One Stop Center based in Wood Street Commons in downtown Pittsburgh. We envision that this new, innovative approach will become the national standard.

We are currently seeking a Youth Zone Intake Coach Liaisonto build strong, consistent relationships with youth, understand their needs, goals, and aspirations. You will rapidly engage new referrals, gather information needed to determine eligibility, and promote the 412 Youth Zone to help youth understand the benefits of participation in the program. After engagement with the young person, you will work collaboratively with supervisors and managers to ensure new youth are assigned in a timely manner by completing paperwork and clearly communicating the needs of the young person as well as ensure there is an introduction and warm hand off to assigned Coach.

The 412 Youth Zone offers comprehensive, welcoming and youth-oriented services and space for transition age youth with current or past connections to child welfare or experiencing unstable housing. The 412 Youth Zone helps youth to feel welcomed, safe and supported while offering the services and connections to help them face the challenges of adulthood.

This position needs:

• High School Diploma and 2 years of experience working with youth, Associate's degree and 1 year of experience working with youth, or Bachelor's degree and a preferred one year of experience working with youth. Different combinations of education and experience will be evaluated ***Special consideration will be given to individuals that have previous DHS system involvement as a client***
• Flexibility in scheduling
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle are a must
• ACT 33/34 and FBI Clearances prior to hire, Full COVID-19 vaccination required within 30 days of hire

Auberle offers excellent training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Vacation Days (increases with tenure)
• Paid Sick Days (Accrual per pay period)
• 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision & optional Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic and Optional Life Insurance
• Optional Supplemental Insurances
• 403 B with an employer match
• Educational Assistance
• Ability to apply for public service loan forgiveness

If you are highly motivated, passionate about youth and interested in making a difference be sure to apply!

• Random drug testing may be conducted to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace

**This is mean to be and overview, and not a full position description**

EOE