-Residential Services, providing therapeutic residential services, including foster care, to youth under 18;
-Homeless Support Services, providing outreach, overnight shelter, case management, employment and housing for homeless youth and young adults in East King County; and
-Youth and Family Services, providing counseling, substance abuse treatment, prevention and parenting programs in East King County.
Friends of Youth is currently seeking a Full-Time or Relief Bilingual Youth Counselor for our DUCS Program at Griffin Home.
Description
The Bilingual Youth Counselor (BYC) is a member of the treatment team providing twenty-four hour shift supervision for up to twelve unaccompanied adolescent DUCS males in a residential facility designed as a therapeutic environment. Within this setting youth receive individualized treatment, mental health services, educational and vocational services, recreation and physical education activities, and scheduled daily activities. Youth Counselors support the Individual Treatment Plans and Strength Based Behavior Management Plans for each youth, and act in accordance with the individuals' needs and abilities. Youth Counselors support youth feeling safe in the program, provide transportation to meet medical and legal needs, and motivate and engage the youth to stay in and participate in their program. The BYC functions as a counselor to all residents and is assigned as primary counselor for one to three residents.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor of Arts Degree in the social sciences area, fluency in Spanish, and Central American cultural experience preferred.
One year of experience in working with emotionally disturbed youth.
Must have a valid Washington State driver's license or be able to obtain one by date of employment.
Employees and volunteers who operate their own or Friends of Youth vehicles on Friends of Youth business must have a safe driving record as defined by Friends of Youth. Employees and volunteers who operate their own vehicle(s) on Friends of Youth business must carry auto liability insurance that complies with the requirements of Friends of Youth.
Must have a Red Cross First Aid Card, CPR and Food Handlers permit, or be able to obtain one within thirty days of employment.
Must pass TB screening.
Must successfully pass criminal history check (WAC 388-148-0035).
Education or experience in cultural competency.
For more information on this position and how to apply please go to http://friendsofyouth.org/jobGhDUCSBilingualYouthCounselor.aspx.
- Location: Renton
- Compensation: $14 per hour to start plus benefits
- This is at a non-profit organization.
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