What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Worker position at Marsell Wellness Center?
Position Title: Youth Care Worker
Reports to: Assistant Program Director
Description/Summary
of the Position: Provides case management assistance through intakes, transportation and provides support in day-to-day functions of the safety wellbeing of UC’s. Assess relatives and/or sponsors at place of release to ensure their identification. Average travel could range between 5-32 travel events a month and each travel is about 12-16 hours in duration depending upon location of travel reunification.
Principle Responsibilities and Duties:
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma required
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES Preferred (Ideal Candidate)
Reports to: Assistant Program Director
Description/Summary
of the Position: Provides case management assistance through intakes, transportation and provides support in day-to-day functions of the safety wellbeing of UC’s. Assess relatives and/or sponsors at place of release to ensure their identification. Average travel could range between 5-32 travel events a month and each travel is about 12-16 hours in duration depending upon location of travel reunification.
Principle Responsibilities and Duties:
- Actively participate in safety and service-related resources development prior to UC discharge.
- Provide transportation support to assigned case management team.
- Escort children, verify identification of approved sponsor and release custody of children to approved sponsor.
- Prepare and maintain accurate documentation of reunification of children.
- Attend scheduled trainings related to positions.
- Provide day-to-day coverage within agency service facility.
- Adhere to Child Abuse and reporting requirements.
- Must be relied upon regarding task completion and meeting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, work quality, or customer service satisfaction.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma required
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES Preferred (Ideal Candidate)
- Bilingual in Spanish is a must.
- 1 years’ experience working with children and families.
- Attainment of at least 21 years of age.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
- Proficiency in general office software including MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.
Salary : $15 - $17