What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Coach – Youth Shelter position at Spectrum Youth and Family Services?
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people?
Join our team as a Shelter Youth Coach! In this role, you’ll be a beacon of hope and stability for youth aged 18-24, helping them achieve their goals and heal from past trauma. As a vital part of our shelter community, you’ll support youth in everything from job and housing searches to life skills development. You’ll foster a safe and engaging environment while maintaining clear communication with staff and ensuring accurate documentation. The hours are Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at $21.63 per hour $2.00 hour shift differential.
Essential Functions
- Programming
- Support and encourage residents to carry out daily routines and achieve goals outlined in their service plans.
- Take residents on activities, job searching and or to volunteer opportunities.
- Administer resident medication.
- Responsible for accurate and timely completion of record keeping including:
- Individual client files, daily data entry, documents critical incidents
- Daily follow-up with e-mail and voice mail
- Time sheets, expense reports
- Communication and crossover with other staff is expected including the following:
- Update on the shift and status of all residents
- Medication, UA, critical information discussed
- Participation and attendance is expected at bi-weekly individual supervision and weekly staff meetings
- Support the training of new staff and respite personnel as assigned.
- Contribute and participate in the overall growth and improvement of the supported housing program.
Knowledge and Skills Required
- High school degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Minimum one year experience working with at-risk youth in a residential setting or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of adolescent development including the following: mental health and substance abuse issues; trauma; attachment issues; complex family dynamics; developmental challenges and educational issues.
- Participating in supervision by identifying needs and issues, asking for assistance, support and training, and being able to offer, accept, and utilize feedback.
- Knowledge of life skills including meal preparation, budgeting, cleaning & personal hygiene, job readiness/employment skills.
- Maintain appropriate boundaries and ability to set limits.
- Commitment to the value of diversity with respect to gender, race, age, socio-economic level, sexual orientation, and religion.
- Adherence to agency code of ethics and all policies and procedures.
Work Environment
The position involves working with youth ages 18-24 in a shelter setting. It requires the ability to build rapport, maintain a safe environment, and communicate with youth and staff alike. Schedules and shifts are subject to change. May require sitting, standing, general use of stairs, and lifting or moving up to 20 pounds.
Salary : $22 - $24