PT Youth Worker - Shelter

YMCA of Greater Louisville•Louisville, KY

5d•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Worker provides structure and supervision to up to 24 youth residing in emergency shelter care. Youth may be placed by themselves, parents or guardians, juvenile or family court, or child welfare agencies. As an integral member of a team of adults, the Youth Worker helps provide a safe, healthy, and beneficial environment for youth during their stay at Shelter House, under the direction of the Program Director. The role also includes food service, facility upkeep, data entry, light housekeeping, purchasing, and inventory control.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least two years of experience working with at-risk youth.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Uphold the YMCA mission and demonstrate a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature.
Help assure the safety and security of youth in cooperation with counselors and other youth workers; supervise residents at all times.
Conduct daily community and house meetings.
Conference with counselors and document significant behavioral issues or emotional needs of residents.
Complete required records and reports accurately and on time.
Prioritize and attend to residents’ individual needs.
Oversee or perform daily meal preparation, laundry, house jobs, and cleanup.
Respond to Project Safe Place calls.
Complete projects and assignments as required or agreed upon with the Associate Executive Director.
Provide educational and life-skills sessions.
Maintain an environment conducive to resolving youth issues.
Welcome new residents and help them assimilate into the shelter.
Provide backup and support to counselors by responding to phone calls and conducting intakes when needed.
Attend meetings and training as requested by the supervisor.
Purchase supplies and monitor inventory of staple and non-staple items.
Transport youth to and from scheduled activities and school.