Youth Care Advocate (DYS)

Old Colony YMCA • Lowell, MA

129d • $20

About The Position

The Youth Care Advocate is responsible for monitoring residents in the program and maintaining a safe and secure environment for both staff and residents. This position operates under the direction of the Assistant Shift Supervisor and requires a commitment to the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The role includes working 3rd shift from 11pm to 7am or 2nd shift from 3pm to 11pm, with a pay rate of $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent work related experience with adolescents preferred.
• Capable of consistently and successfully dealing with clients with severe, emotional and behavioral problems.
• Must have visual and auditory acuity in order to maintain security of the program.

Responsibilities

• Implement all security procedures of the YMCA and program as outlined in the Operations Manual.
• Supervise and monitor all residents in all phases of daily activities and nightly routines.
• Implement and supervise recreational activities.
• Conduct thorough intake and discharge procedures, including all paperwork and careful storage and labeling of resident’s belongings and valuables.
• Keep accurate log entries, van mileage, incident reports, meal count sheets, clinical reports, security sheets, prior to completion of shift.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and trainings, as directed.
• Prevent crisis situations from escalating by intervening and counseling clients.
• Provide support and assistance in any crisis situation including physical restraint of client and remaining at the unit until the situation is resolved.
• Complete advocacy responsibilities including documentation for assigned residents.
• Report any suspected child abuse to Assistant Shift Supervisor/Shift Administrator.
• Supervise and assist in meal preparation, laundry, and chores.
• Complete supply inventories upon request.
• Maintain work schedule as directed.
• Maintain good driving record.
• Receive permission from Shift Supervisor or designee prior to leaving the unit to ensure proper staff coverage.
• Provide professional and courteous telephone service to all contacts (courts, DSS, DYS parents, and others).
• Assist the Assistant Shift Supervisor in orientation of volunteers, interns, and new employees.
• Ensure that petty cash receipts are completed when purchasing items under $20 and that remaining petty cash is returned to Assistant Shift Supervisor.
• Inspect all of the equipment and document on the unit security sheet.
• Supervise residents’ follow-through on their chore assignments and that floors, walls, bathroom/shower areas, program equipment, etc. are kept clean and sanitary.
• Clean staff bathroom and room.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees