Youth Advocate 2nd shift

Children and Families First Delaware Inc•Seaford, DE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Supervise and guide residents through daily routines and schedules using the program’s Behavioral Modification practices. Counsel residents on appropriate living, social interaction, self-care, and personal hygiene skills, providing crisis intervention counseling as needed, which may include using passive restraint techniques. Oversee homework and study periods, and monitor library use. May prepare meals, monitor resident behavior during meals, and manage food supplies according to inventory procedures. Document and chart resident performance and behavior, compiling statistics and other documentation. Participate in and guide resident participation in recreational and creative arts therapy exercises and activities, assisting in program planning. Supervise and assist residents in self-administration of medications as appropriate. Perform emergency drills and drive/escort residents to appointments. Monitor resident movement to and from school. Perform duties in accordance with program policies and procedures, and utilize resources appropriately.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field with one year of related work experience is desired; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the agency’s service population.
Must have valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier.
Must maintain at least forty hours of training per year to include Medication Administration, CPR, First Aid, Passive Physical Restraint, and Crisis Control Techniques.
Previous counseling experience, preferably with adolescents.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and accurately.

Responsibilities

Supervise and guide residents through daily routine/schedule utilizing the program’s Behavioral Modification practices.
Counsel residents in appropriate living, social interaction, self care/personal hygiene, and related skills; crisis intervention counseling as needed, which may include using passive restraint techniques.
Oversees conducting of homework and study hour periods; monitors use of library.
May prepare meals and monitor/direct resident behavior and appropriate food selection during meals; utilize food and supplies according to inventory procedures.
Document and chart resident performance and behavior, compile statistics and other documentation of resident performance and behavior.
Participate in and guide resident participation in recreational therapy and creative arts therapy exercises and activities; assist in planning of such programs.
Supervises and assists residents in any self-administration of medications as appropriate.
Perform emergency drills as needed.
Drive and escort residents to medical, dental, and other professional appointments.
Monitor resident movement to and from school, and otherwise.
Perform duties in accordance with program policies and procedures and utilize inventory, supplies, equipment, and program possessions appropriately.