What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Services Coordinator position at Children's Center?
Youth Services Coordinator
Summary:
The Youth Services Coordinator will provide day-to-day case management and coordination of the Teen Court and Community Service & Restitution Program for at risk youth.
Specific position duties and responsibilities:
Community Service & Restitution/ Teen Court Programs
- Client/parent/guardian intake for clients who are referred or court ordered
- All documentation associated with the programs including case files, database management, assessments, updates for referring Juvenile Court Counselor, and court reports
- Establish and monitor community service worksite while maintaining compliance with program standards, local, state and federal laws and monitor restitution payments
- Recruit and train program volunteers, interns, and worksites
- Build and maintain relationships with partner agencies, community, schools, etc.
- Follow up with referrals and completions to monitor progress
- Communication on a regular basis with parents/guardians, schools, local law enforcement and Juvenile Court Counselors
- Tracking community service hours
- Program presentations
- Educational seminars
- Transport clients in agency vehicles
- Any additional duties as assigned by supervisor
General Agency Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete all required training
- Participates in agency outreach and fundraising events
- Demonstrates a willingness to assist in other agency programs as needed
- Acts as custodian and demonstrates responsible and ethical use of agency property and facilities
- Displays sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics
- Strive to embody the agency’s Code of Ethics while working toward the agency’s Mission
- Learns and demonstrates Agency Wide Competencies including the areas of consumer and community relationships, continuous individual and agency-wide improvement, vision and purpose, respect and teamwork and positive leadership
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education or related area (Juvenile Justice, Social Services, Child Welfare, Health Services)
- 2-3 years of experience working with at risk youth or Juvenile Justice involved.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of county, state, and federal policies, statutes and laws regarding juvenile justice, confidentiality, and child labor laws
- Ability to work in diverse locations, indoor and outdoor worksites
- Ability to supervise work of juveniles, volunteers, and interns
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form
- Strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Word
- Knowledge of child development and effective parenting techniques
- Knowledge of community resources
Other Requirements:
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
- Proof of current and valid car insurance
- Acceptable background reports
- Negative drug screen results
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20