Youth Justice Intake Specialist

Face To Face Health & Counseling Services•Saint Paul, MN

17d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Face to Face Health and Counseling is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing economic and health equity for youth ages 11–24. We do this work through a comprehensive approach that includes housing, mental health, medical, youth justice, education & employment, and community services. We take a strengths-based and trauma - informed approach to our work and center the needs of young people impacted by racism and other forms of oppression and marginalization. Founded in 1972, Face to Face serves more than 3,000 youth annually . Youth Justice Intake Specialist (YJIS) is responsible for conducting intakes to enroll youth and emerging adults (EAs) into the youth justice program for supportive cases management service s at Face to Face’s downtown location, SafeZone , our day shelter for youth and emerging adults that are at-risk of or currently experiencing homelessness. This involves meeting with youth and emerging adults who either have, or are at risk of , criminal legal system involvement. YJIS will collect background information regarding criminal legal system risk and/or involvement , assess their immediate needs, and connec t them to a dedicated youth justice case manager , and collaborate with youth justice team to track progress of referrals from Ramsey County community partners . This position is part-time at 20 hours per week .

Requirements

High School degree or equivalent required
Minimum of 2 years' experience working with homeless , justice-involved, or otherwise under resourced youth
Ability to work independently, exercising good judgment and involving others when necessary
Experience with a positive youth development and harm reduction approach
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
High reliability and integrity
Positive attitude and willingness to do what it takes to meet youth needs
Good crisis management skills and the ability to navigate stressful situations well
Knowledge of homelessness and it s impact on youth
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with people of diverse ethnic, economic, racial and cultural backgrounds
Good time management skills and ability to prioritize
Strong attention to detail and ability to do data entry quickly and accurately.

Nice To Haves

B.A. in social services or equivalent education preferred; extensive experience in lieu of degree will be considered

Responsibilities

Conduct youth justice program enrollment intakes with youth, entering their information into our youth secured database (Apricot) quickly and accurately
Collaborate with youth justice team and community referring agencies to monitor case plan progress
Connect new youth to services and supports available at Face to Face, particularly related to immediate needs
Make internal referrals to onsite Coordinated Entry assessments with youth experiencing homelessness o n an appointment and drop-in basis
Assist with other day-to-day tasks at SafeZone as needed
Develop and maintain relationships with youth serving programs internally and externally.
Provide excellent customer service while conducting intakes , utilizing a harm reduction and trauma-informed perspective.
Provides all services guided by the evidence-based princi ples for helping youth overcome homelessness
Engage with youth in a meaningful and respectful manner
Respond to crises and de-escalate situations in a calm and professional manner
Collaborate with other staff and maintain teamwork style
Perform other duties as assigned.