Youth Community Coordinator (Vancouver, Clark County)

Service Alternatives•Vancouver, WA

1d•$21 - $21•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to take the next step in your career of helping foster youth? We are looking for a part time Youth Community Coordinator to work on service goals with and for at risk or displaced youth up to 17 years old. This role is a liaison between foster parents, staff, and the community team, providing a safe environment with working on implementing behavioral and permanency goals. The candidate will coordinate schedules, lead and train other staff, provide crisis support, coordinate schedules and other administrative staff working both collaboratively and independently. Work is conducted in the office in Vancouver, WA and up to 75 miles away in community and home settings when supporting staff; work directly with youth may be provided.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years experience working directly with youth (OR 2 years of social services education.)
Have a clear criminal history and pass a background check
Currently have or within 30 days of being hired CPR/First Aid license
Current driver license, car, and car insurance
TB Test: Within 7 days of first day of employment, or prior to working on site (whichever comes first)

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree.

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison between foster parents, staff, and the community team.
Provide a safe environment by working on implementing behavioral and permanency goals.
Coordinate schedules.
Lead and train other staff.
Provide crisis support.
Perform administrative tasks.
Work collaboratively and independently.