Overnight Weekend Youth Engagement Specialist
Sasha Bruce Youthwork Inc•Washington, DC
•Onsite
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Youth Engagement Specialist (YES) is responsible for monitoring the safety and conduct of house residents, engaging in positive interactions with youth and other staff and providing clinical and crisis intervention.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED required with at least 2 to 3 years’ relevant experience in Human Services or related field, preferably working with adolescents/young adults.
- Must learn and apply positive behavior modification techniques and model effective de-escalation and problem-solving skills.
- Must have the ability to gain and sustain various background and clearance checks as required.
- Must have and maintain a current driver’s license and be able to drive a SBY vehicle to transport youth and staff as needed.
- Possess basic computer skills and great customer service skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be detailed orientated and able to multi-task.
- Ability to work extra hours, attend meetings/training, when needed.
Nice To Haves
- preferably working with adolescents/young adults
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the reporting, planning and implementation of the weekend activity schedule.
- Makes regular house check inspections inside the building to include checking individual rooms when necessary as well as the area immediately outside.
- Maintains all necessary records, including but not limited to legible, comprehensive, and accurate reports of house activities in the house log.
- Provides crisis intervention and on-site counseling.
- Plans, schedules, organizes, and supervises recreational activities.
- Carries out emergency fire evacuation, and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
- Provides office coverage by answering and recording all calls and visitors.
- Maintains supervision of the house, enforces house rules, and ensures house safety.
- Participates in training provided or recommended by the Agency.
- Participates in regular supervision with program director.
- Attends and participate in monthly staff meetings and other meetings/activities identified by the program director.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
