Youth Advocate - Per Diem - Plymouth Emergency Residence
About The Position
At Bay State Community Services, we believe that everyone deserves access to a safe, caring, and respectful living environment. Our Youth Advocates are the heart of this mission, working directly with youth to provide support and encouragement in their daily lives. If you are patient, empathetic, and committed to making a difference, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team! Hours will vary depending on operational needs. If you are looking to be part of a non-profit agency that has an excellent reputation, strength-based supervision and high regard when it comes to honoring the mission of our work, Bay State Community Services is the right place for you. Apply now!!!
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Able to learn, carry out and be certified in CPI physical interventions, and de-escalation techniques
- Able to learn, carry out and be certified in CPR and first aid
Nice To Haves
- 1 year experience working with adolescents is preferred
- Residential experience preferred
- Experience with systems (e.g. DMH, DCF) preferred
- Additional languages desirable, though not required
Responsibilities
- Supervise and maintain the safety of adolescents between the ages of 12-18
- Delivers services in a culturally competent manner
- Supports youth with developing daily living and coping skills
- Implement as required interventions associated with treatment and service plan goals
- Participates in de-escalation and physical interventions of youth when required
- Drives youth to school, appointments, and recreational activities
- Implements and adheres to the behavioral support system of the program
- Acts as a positive role model for youth and coworkers, treating them with respect, dignity, understanding and fairness
- Dispenses medication in accordance with proper protocol, policies and procedures
- May work 1st, 2nd and 3rd (awake overnight) shift or various combinations of these shifts depending on program needs, and candidate availability
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
