To provide direct, individualized, supportive care to youth who utilize the Youth Engagement Center.
Duties and responsibilities
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Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of client goal plans.
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Participate in team case management, case review, transition and team meetings.
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Supervise all youth activities. Motivate youth.
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Ensure a safe, healthy environment which reflects Covenant House principles.
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Escort youth to external activities.
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Facilitate and monitor group support services including meals, activities and sessions.
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Document information regarding all client interaction, caseload progress and outside agency contact.
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Complete all status and grant related documentation including census, intake and discharge, youth profiles and assessments.
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Ensure allocation and documentation of petty cash, youth savings, and resources.
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Ensures agency and youth cash and resources are safeguarded from loss or theft.
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Assists as needed with fundraising affairs and special events which may be conducted outside the employee’s normal work schedule.
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Required to check company e-mail daily.
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All other duties assigned by management staff.
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Applicant Must be available to work the following schedule: Sunday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM (DLC), Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 7:30 AM- 3:30PM; Days Off: Friday & Saturday.
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Applicant MUST be fluent in Spanish
Required Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human service or related field preferred.
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Excellent communication and crisis management skills and the ability to handle physically challenging situations.
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Excellent assessment and judgment capabilities.
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Valid drivers license with an insurable record.
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Willing to travel between Covenant House sites
Benefits:
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Medical
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Dental
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Vision
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403B Retirement Plan
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Paid Time Off (Holiday, Vacation, Sick & Personal days )