Monday, March 5, 2012

Weekend Relief Staff - Transitional Living Program (Seattle, Bothell, Kirkland or Everett)

Weekend Relief Staff for Transitional Living Program (Seattle, Bothell, Kirkland or Everett)

Are you looking for some extra money? This is a great position for a recent college graduate or someone who wants to work just one (or more) shifts per month! Work as your schedule allows.

Friends of Youth is a not for profit organization committed to the support of youth and young adults in our community. With 60 years of experience, 20 program sites, and national accreditation, we provide safe places and emotional support for youth and families in challenging circumstances. Our services include:

-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 Weekend Relief Staff Member as apart of our Transitional Living Program.

Description
The Weekend Relief Staff is an overnight position that is responsible for weekend supervision of homeless young adults and will act as role model and provide support for these residents.

In addition to the coverage of weekends, it is required that persons in this position also relieve Resident Managers/Coordinators at times of vacation leave and on agency holidays. Weekend Relief Staff will also have weeknight availability to provide childcare during parenting meetings.

(Please note: No one staff person is ever expected to cover every holiday or vacation leave, unless desired)

Required Skills and Qualifications

Education and Experience

High School Diploma.
At least 24 years of age and in good health.
Must demonstrate sensitivity to homelessness and cultural differences. Must like working with teenagers.
Must have valid Washington State driver's license and have own transportation with necessary insurance.
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.
Experience with infants and toddlers at certain sites.
Education or experience in cultural competency.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to develop warm and open relationship while maintaining appropriate boundaries with residents.
Ability to observe and discuss behavior problems and suggest appropriate alternatives.
Must demonstrate sound judgment (in assessing situations).
Must demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences and a commitment to the value of cultural competency.

For more information about the position and how to apply please go to http://friendsofyouth.org/jobTlpWeekendRelief.aspx

  • Location: Seattle, Bothell, Kirkland or Everett
  • Compensation: DOE
  • This is a part-time job.
  • This is at a non-profit organization.
  • Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
  • Please, no phone calls about this job!
  • Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.