What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Specialist position at With Friends Inc.?
Responsibilities:
Direct Care: Participate in the screening and intake process of residents; participate in the development and implementation of the residents’ care plan; implement training, behavior, communication, leisure and other programs as prescribed in residents’ care plan; monitor residents’ home living and personal care activities and provide guidance and training toward self-sufficiency; provide support and supervision to resident in food preparation and laundry, etc.; ensure that social and recreational activities are planned and carried out; provide supervision and participate when appropriate in social and recreational activities; ensure that residents’ clothing and other possessions are adequate and appropriate; ensure residents have all personal/hygiene items; ensure that all residents are in bed at the correct time; conduct periodic bed check during the night and early morning hours; ensure that residents rise at the correct time and perform morning routines; ensure residents take medication; ensure that residents get to school and other appropriate day programs.
Administrative: Document and report all significant incidents affecting the health and safety of the residents and the general operation of the shelter; ensure that all data collection, reports, shift notes are completed on time; assist with the general operation and maintenance of the shelter, such as cleaning and repairs; report for work on time; follow correct procedure for requesting time off from work; follow personal appearance guidelines; ensure the availability of materials for program and recreational activities; ensure that residents’ clothing and other possessions are adequate and appropriate; participate in monthly staff meetings, individual supervision, scheduled training and fire drills; use discretion regarding confidential information.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years old; required
- High school diploma or equivalent; required
- 1 year experience working with youth in a residential setting; required
- First Aid/CPR; required
- Blood Borne Pathogens; required
- Driver’s License; required
- Defensive Driving; can pass required training
- Physical within the past 12 months; required
- TB within the past 12 months; required
- Background Checks; required
- Drug Screening; required
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Must be at least 21 years old; required
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- working with youth in a residential setting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Blood Borne Pathogens (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Required)
- Defensive Driving (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15