Are you seeking a career that allows you to engage with youth in a postive and responsive way? Do you have experience working with homeless youth in group settings?
As a Life Skills Coordinator at YouthCare you would join our team in helping at-risk youth prepare for self-sufficiency within the community - preparing them for a bright future.
You would be responsible for the development and implementation of a structured life skills curriculum at an innovative and successful low-barriers transitional living site. You will work to create a safe and caring environment for at risk youth in residence and actively contribute to a positive, stable, responsive and responsible environmen as partof the YouthCare team of dedicated staff and volunteers.
This is a full-time position with a strong benefit package.
YouthCare has an innovative approach to engage, stablize and perpare youth. We serves homeless and street-involved youth in Seattle, Washington and operate seven housing programs and the James W Ray Orion Center.
For more information please visit our employment web-site at http://www.youthcare.org/about-youthcare/work-youthcare. More information about this opportunity is also provided below.
YouthCare shall seek to insure and provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability or any other characteristics as established by law.
People of Color and Members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Program: Catalyst at Straley House
Closing Date: 5/11/2012
Classification: Full-Time Non-Exempt
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday, Tuesday and Sunday 3:45-11:45pm, Wednesday 9am-5pm and Thursday 8am-4pm.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Life Skills Coordinator is responsible for development and implementation of a structured life skills curriculum at the transitional living sites. In conjunction with other clinical staff, the Life Skills Coordinator's task is to create a safe and caring environment for at risk youth in residence who are preparing for self-sufficiency within the community. The position requires an individual who can actively contribute to a positive, stable, responsive and responsible environment for change and someone who has experience working with homeless youth in group settings.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide on-site supervision of youth.
• Provide crisis intervention and crisis counseling to residents.
• Develop outcome based life skills curricula for use in classroom and one-on-one settings.
• Conduct weekly life skills classes and group outings (average 3 per week).
• Oversee administration of life skills assessment.
• Develop, with assistance from the Data Management and Outcomes Tracking Research Assistant and Program Manager, an evaluation component for the life skills classes.
• Take leadership role in the development of career resources and job search assistance for transitional living residents.
• Gather and disseminate information on community resources.
• Coordinate and monitor house activities including use of computers and phones, kitchen and laundry facilities. Ensure the overall cleanliness of the facility by monitoring and assigning weekly chores.
• Maintain accurate case records. This includes the bimonthly contact sheets, independent living skills checklist and daily staff log. Complete all necessary evaluation tests with assigned residents at graduation.
• Complete incident reports on any facility damage, medical emergencies or any incident which occurs out of the ordinary daily functioning of the house.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required (a minimum of six in-service or equivalent training sessions per year.
• Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERENCES:
• BA required -- Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, attention to detail.
• Understanding of emotionally, physically, and sexually abused youth.
• Acceptance of a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, and cultural and spiritual practices.
• Ability to pass a DSHS Criminal Background Check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to perform moderate physical work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and 10 to 20 pounds frequently.
• Ability to climb and descend stairs within a 60 second time frame, a minimum of 10 times a shift.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS -- Within 30 Days of Hire
• Must have current negative TB test
• CPR / First Aid Certification
• Food Handler's Card
• HIV / AIDS Training (minimum 4 hours)
• When driving YouthCare vehicles, you must possess a valid WA State Drivers License and have taken Van Driver Certification Training or an approved Defensive Driving Course.
BENEFITS:
YouthCare provides a competitive benefits package to full time employees including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave after successful completion of the Introductory Period.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
An application, resume and cover letter are required for all qualified candidates. Resume and Cover Letters should be mailed to hr@youthcare.org -- No Faxes. Please identify which position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Resume and Cover Letters can also be mailed to YouthCare, 2500 NE 54th Street, Seattle, WA 98105 and must be post-marked prior to 5/11/2012.
As a Life Skills Coordinator at YouthCare you would join our team in helping at-risk youth prepare for self-sufficiency within the community - preparing them for a bright future.
You would be responsible for the development and implementation of a structured life skills curriculum at an innovative and successful low-barriers transitional living site. You will work to create a safe and caring environment for at risk youth in residence and actively contribute to a positive, stable, responsive and responsible environmen as partof the YouthCare team of dedicated staff and volunteers.
This is a full-time position with a strong benefit package.
YouthCare has an innovative approach to engage, stablize and perpare youth. We serves homeless and street-involved youth in Seattle, Washington and operate seven housing programs and the James W Ray Orion Center.
For more information please visit our employment web-site at http://www.youthcare.org/about-youthcare/work-youthcare. More information about this opportunity is also provided below.
YouthCare shall seek to insure and provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability or any other characteristics as established by law.
People of Color and Members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Program: Catalyst at Straley House
Closing Date: 5/11/2012
Classification: Full-Time Non-Exempt
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday, Tuesday and Sunday 3:45-11:45pm, Wednesday 9am-5pm and Thursday 8am-4pm.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Life Skills Coordinator is responsible for development and implementation of a structured life skills curriculum at the transitional living sites. In conjunction with other clinical staff, the Life Skills Coordinator's task is to create a safe and caring environment for at risk youth in residence who are preparing for self-sufficiency within the community. The position requires an individual who can actively contribute to a positive, stable, responsive and responsible environment for change and someone who has experience working with homeless youth in group settings.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide on-site supervision of youth.
• Provide crisis intervention and crisis counseling to residents.
• Develop outcome based life skills curricula for use in classroom and one-on-one settings.
• Conduct weekly life skills classes and group outings (average 3 per week).
• Oversee administration of life skills assessment.
• Develop, with assistance from the Data Management and Outcomes Tracking Research Assistant and Program Manager, an evaluation component for the life skills classes.
• Take leadership role in the development of career resources and job search assistance for transitional living residents.
• Gather and disseminate information on community resources.
• Coordinate and monitor house activities including use of computers and phones, kitchen and laundry facilities. Ensure the overall cleanliness of the facility by monitoring and assigning weekly chores.
• Maintain accurate case records. This includes the bimonthly contact sheets, independent living skills checklist and daily staff log. Complete all necessary evaluation tests with assigned residents at graduation.
• Complete incident reports on any facility damage, medical emergencies or any incident which occurs out of the ordinary daily functioning of the house.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required (a minimum of six in-service or equivalent training sessions per year.
• Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERENCES:
• BA required -- Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, attention to detail.
• Understanding of emotionally, physically, and sexually abused youth.
• Acceptance of a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, and cultural and spiritual practices.
• Ability to pass a DSHS Criminal Background Check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to perform moderate physical work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and 10 to 20 pounds frequently.
• Ability to climb and descend stairs within a 60 second time frame, a minimum of 10 times a shift.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS -- Within 30 Days of Hire
• Must have current negative TB test
• CPR / First Aid Certification
• Food Handler's Card
• HIV / AIDS Training (minimum 4 hours)
• When driving YouthCare vehicles, you must possess a valid WA State Drivers License and have taken Van Driver Certification Training or an approved Defensive Driving Course.
BENEFITS:
YouthCare provides a competitive benefits package to full time employees including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave after successful completion of the Introductory Period.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
An application, resume and cover letter are required for all qualified candidates. Resume and Cover Letters should be mailed to hr@youthcare.org -- No Faxes. Please identify which position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Resume and Cover Letters can also be mailed to YouthCare, 2500 NE 54th Street, Seattle, WA 98105 and must be post-marked prior to 5/11/2012.
- Location: Seattle (Univ District)
- Compensation: $13.57 - $14.18 per hour plus full benefits
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