YOC Youth Advocate PT (53143)

Des Moines, IA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 17 - 17

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

At YSS we believe in creating hope and opportunity by putting kids first. As a Youth Advocate - PT at our Youth Opportunity Center (YOC) you will be on the front lines of supporting young adults (ages 1624) who are experiencing homelessness at risk of homelessness or recently housed.

In this role youll provide supervision crisis support and life-skills guidance while ensuring a safe stable and respectful environment. From helping youth meet their basic needs to assisting with case plans to fostering meaningful connections you will be a steady presence during a critical time in their journey toward independence and stability.

If youre compassionate dependable and ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable young people we invite you to join our team.

What you will do:

Conduct intakes with new youth and orient them to the center.
Provide program information to potential clients referral sources and other groups both in person and over the phone as needed.
Relate to clients in a caring supportive manner while enforcing program rules and guidelines consistently firmly and fairly.
Oversee client activities such as chores curfew bedtime wake-up and personal hygiene. Is aware of clients presence and behavior at all times.
Check in any pocket knives or potential weapons nightly from youth to ensure that there are no weapons or illegal substances unsecured in the facility.
Alert on-call staff or Case Manager of major incidents or emergencies.
Ensure safety cleanliness and appearance of the facility.
Assist and track inventory of household supplies personal care products and food items.
Conduct group activities and center meetings to resolve conflicts as needed.

What we offer:

Fun team environment
Mission-driven work
Insurance coverage options
Wellness program offerings
Paid time off & leave programs
Discounts on pet insurance
Flexible shift and hours
Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

What you will need:

High School Diploma/equivalent is required.
One year of experience in the human services field is required.
A valid Iowa Drivers license.

DescriptionAt YSS we believe in creating hope and opportunity by putting kids first. As a Youth Advocate - PT at our Youth Opportunity Center (YOC) you will be on the front lines of supporting young adults (ages 1624) who are experiencing homelessness at risk of homelessness or recently housed.In th...

Description

If youre compassionate dependable and ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable young people we invite you to join our team.

What you will do:

Conduct intakes with new youth and orient them to the center.
Provide program information to potential clients referral sources and other groups both in person and over the phone as needed.
Relate to clients in a caring supportive manner while enforcing program rules and guidelines consistently firmly and fairly.
Oversee client activities such as chores curfew bedtime wake-up and personal hygiene. Is aware of clients presence and behavior at all times.
Check in any pocket knives or potential weapons nightly from youth to ensure that there are no weapons or illegal substances unsecured in the facility.
Alert on-call staff or Case Manager of major incidents or emergencies.
Ensure safety cleanliness and appearance of the facility.
Assist and track inventory of household supplies personal care products and food items.
Conduct group activities and center meetings to resolve conflicts as needed.