Youth Care Worker - Bilingual - Spanish/English -JOR

National Youth Advocate Program • East Chicago, IN

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About The Position

The Youth Worker at La Jornada works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families served by the National Youth Advocate Program by working closely with youth and families to provide advocacy and support toward targeted goals. The role involves building a trusting, supportive relationship with youth, helping them pursue identified goals, and providing leadership in a warm, caring, and safe program environment.

The National Youth Advocate Program provides personalized services in Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home Placement, and Reunification/Permanency. The organization has served communities and clients since 1978 and seeks employees who want to support children, youth, and families.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills, including the ability to engage and interact effectively with minors.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to provide emotional support to minors through different developmental stages.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience and proficiency using office machines, including computers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, and word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Perform work consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Build trusting, supportive relationships with youth and assist them in achieving identified goals.
• Provide appropriate leadership to youth during the program.
• Maintain a warm, caring, and safe atmosphere for youth.
• Report problems to the Out of School Coordinator.
• Prepare activities and rooms for the program.
• Complete required training on time in accordance with state, contract, and licensing agency standards.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward youth, coworkers, families, and others involved with the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 33 paid days off each year, consisting of 11 holidays and 22 days of PTO.
• Healthcare benefits for employees and their families.
• Pet insurance with discounts and reimbursements.
• Competitive salaries and benefits, including a 401(k).
• Summer hours off, including half-day Fridays and work-anniversary trips.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Phone allowance.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• CEUs and ongoing training and education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED