Resident Advisor - Lancaster

Valley Youth House•Lancaster, PA

39d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. VYH works from a trauma informed / healing centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development, and cultural awareness into all aspects of its services. The agency is committed to ensuring that clients and staff feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and are empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required, combined with one-year of experience working with adolescents is preferred, lived experience will be considered.
An individual 21 years of age or older, with the ability to identify with and adapt to the goals and philosophies of the independent living program.
Possess sound judgment and knowledge of adolescent development and behavior.
Display organizational skills and highly adept at managing multiple tasks and assignments.
Successful team members are creative thinkers, are flexible in their approaches to people and projects, and are capable of working with diverse groups of the population.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license including vehicle insurance and inspection on any vehicle used for daily work and transportation of clients.
Must receive a passing score on annual motor vehicle clearance to be eligible to operate agency vehicles.
Ability to navigate stairs is highly preferred (as some locations are not always handicap accessible).
Proficient in computer knowledge & skills (i.e. Microsoft Windows software); familiarity with the Google Suite is desired.
Never have been convicted of any prohibited criminal or child abuse offense

Responsibilities

To provide quality supervision to assigned clients during assigned shifts, evenings, overnights, and weekends.
This includes being on-site, engaging clients, planning activities and supporting client life skills.
successfully engage clients in implementing their individual plan and using positive youth development, trauma informed and culturally appropriate frameworks
Oversee site maintenance/cleanliness in compliance with program, county, state and federal regulations and private grant requirements, as applicable; responsible for timely submission of follow-up paperwork.
Address and report any crisis or critical incident as defined by agency and/or county, state, or federal regulations according to the agency's formalized practice and protocols, including completing preliminary safety plans
Attend both external and internal agency trainings and workshops; complete and pass all required training hours and annual training as set forth in the funder and licensing regulations.

Benefits

More shifts could become available upon need
Training and Development opportunities
Health and Wellness programs
Paid Time off and Retirement Match
Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire
Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off
401k -6% match
Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training
Opportunities for Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.