Youth Engagement Specialist

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM•Chicago, IL

22h•$23 - $23

About The Position

The Youth Engagement Specialist works closely with youth and families served by the National Youth Advocate Program, providing advocacy and support toward targeted goals. The role involves engaging directly with youth, supporting their service needs and treatment plan objectives, and building trusting relationships. This is an overnight position in Chicago, Illinois, with hours from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. The role is full-time and pays $22.50 per hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent GED.
Working, reliable telephone.
Ability to remain alert during overnight hours.
Excellent listening and speaking skills.
Proficient with desktop and laptop computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, and word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable personal transportation.
Good driving record.
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in social services preferred.
Two years’ experience working directly with youth and families preferred.
Works well independently and as a team member.
Ability to multitask efficiently and remain flexible in all situations.
Openness to traveling as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
Participate in developing youth treatment or service plans with the client, caregivers, referring agency, caseworker, significant family members, and natural supports.
Identify community resources and services that may not be available through the internal service continuum.
Assist with family reunification or other permanent living arrangements consistent with the youth’s case plan.
Regularly review assigned youths’ goals, progress, and activities with the supervisor.
Complete required training promptly in accordance with state, contract, and licensing agency standards.
Complete required documentation promptly.
Maintain client contact as required by program expectations.
Engage directly with youth to meet service needs and treatment or service plan goals and objectives.
Develop trusting, supportive relationships with youth while helping them achieve identified goals.
Perform other duties as requested.