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Safe Station Youth Care Worker - FT, 2nd Shift

Youth Service Bureau of St Joseph County Inc

South Bend, IN | Full Time

$36k-47k (estimate)

7 Months Ago

Safe Station Youth Care Worker - FT, 2nd Shift

$36k-47k (estimate)

Full Time | Social & Legal Services 7 Months Ago

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Youth Service Bureau of St Joseph County Inc is Hiring a Safe Station Youth Care Worker - FT, 2nd Shift Near South Bend, IN

About YSB: YSB’s ultimate focus is to ensure all youth have access to safety, shelter and the opportunity to succeed. We do this through offering an array of services including a 24/7/365 emergency shelter, Safe Station. The shelter provides safe shelter to runaway and homeless youth, and youth placed by the Department of Child Services or juvenile probation. YSB is a hands-off restraint-free facility operating 3 shifts of round-the-clock care and supervision of youth who are experiencing homelessness or crisis.

Bring your skills and desire to help youth to the only agency in St. Joseph County dedicated to helping youth succeed. Coming in Spring, 2024, a new 20,000 square foot facility! If your passion is making a difference, YSB has a place for you!

JOB REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent required. Some preference given for those seeking a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field. Some experience working with youth is desired.
Ability to organize and implement plans, excellent oral & written communication skills. Work with diverse populations and the ability to handle crisis situations while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance at agency required level, and the ability to pass drug screen, including a physical and tuberculosis test, and comprehensive background checks.
Must be 21 years of age or older.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES – SUMMARY*

Working closely with the shelter supervisor, you will oversee daily operations and enforce all rules, policies and procedures of the shelter and its residents. Screen, assess and document incoming calls and completes intakes of residents. Assist supervisor with preparing for monitor visits by funding and licensing sources.
You will provide recreational programming and services, plan and facilitate individual and group life skills development, and make referrals or contact social agencies as needed.
You will be responsible for assisting with case management: providing notes, statistics and other documentation as required, as well as completing follow-up and aftercare with previous residents. Ensure that residents’ school attendance and requirements while at the shelter are met.
You will stay current with trainings which include but are not limited to: CPR, CPI, 1st Aid, DCS reporting, Trauma Informed Care, etc…
All other duties as assigned by the shelter supervisor.

WHY WORK AT YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU (YSB)?

3 weeks vacation after 1 year of service, simple IRA retirement agency match

within 1 year, personal time after 90 days, sick time begins to accrue on day of hire, 12 paid holidays, employee assistance plan, life insurance, health & dental insurance.

Ability to work independently and as part of a professional team.
Launch or continue your social services career and gain valuable experience with an agency that has been helping youth for over 50 years.
Training and career development opportunities.
A supportive and friendly working environment.
New state-of-the-art facility coming in Spring, 2024.*This job description is intended to be a general summary of job content. It should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of job duties or job requirements.

This position is non-exempt and qualifies under the Fair Labor Standards Act’s minimum wage and overtime pay requirements.

This job may include exposure to communicable diseases, including HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and sexually transmitted diseases. YSB is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Social & Legal Services

SALARY

$36k-47k (estimate)

POST DATE

10/21/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

06/20/2024

WEBSITE

ysbsjc.org

HEADQUARTERS

SOUTH BEND, IN

SIZE

25 - 50

FOUNDED

1972

CEO

MARY POCZIK

REVENUE

<$5M

INDUSTRY

Social & Legal Services

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About Youth Service Bureau of St Joseph County Inc

Since 1976, YSB has served youth and young adults in crisis. YSB connects with runaway and homeless youth ages 12-24 who are vulnerable to abuse, neglect, violent crime, sexual exploitation, human trafficking, often suffer from drug and alcohol abuse, and lack access to health care and local resources. We are the only agency of its kind in the community that provides crisis intervention services specifically for teens and young adults.