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Sasha Bruce Youthwork

Part-Time Youth Engagement Specialist

Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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$18.00/hr - $18.00/hr Youth Engagement Specialist

Phillip Reid

Job Summary

At Sasha Bruce: We value hard work and dedication to helping homeless youth move into strengthened family relationships and thriving young adulthood. We value a sense of respect for each other and the youth we serve. We seek people to work in our organization who reflect the values of respect for all religious beliefs, gender identities and abilities. This position is

2 PM - 10 PM Saturday and Sunday .

Phillip Reid

Duties And Responsibilities

Provide on-site supervision, while maintaining professional boundaries, and crisis intervention and counseling services to youth in residence. Must learn and apply positive behavior modification techniques and model effective de-escalation and problem-solving skills With direction from Program Manager, help plan for, direct, and/or provide support for recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that are in alignment with treatment or permanency goals Answer and record all phone calls and visitors, maintain supervision of the house, enforce house rules and ensure house safety. Work collaboratively with other SBY staff, programs, families, collateral agencies, to help youth develop or follow-through on individual service plan goals Engage with youth in a variety of activities from breakfast through bedtime, supporting them in achieving daily goals, and engaging them in productive dialogue, building life skills, and problem solving Facilitate life skills groups on topics of interest to teens relative to positive social and emotional development. Makes regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside, and checks individual rooms routinely. Maintain necessary records, including but not limited to, legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log, daily point logs, etc. At times, prepare and cook meals for up to 15 youth Oversee the safety and cleanliness of the house including coordinating and managing residents’ daily chores. At times, perform light janitorial duties such as sweep, mop, taking-out trash. Advise Program Manager of building maintenance needs. Carry out emergency fire evacuation and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident. Assist with shift-coverage when schedule gaps present due to staff shortage including a willingness to work occasional weekend or evening/early shifts Participate in required annual training required by licensing agency or by Program Manager or Clinical Director Participate in regular supervision and staff meetings as assigned by Program Manager Keep all required clearances up to date Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years’ relevant experience in Human Services or related field (preferably working with adolescents/young adults).

Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a part-time, non-exempt level position with morning, evening, and overnight shifts available. All candidates must possess a valid Driver’s License, obtain the required DC clearances (and other states as applicable) and provide any additional information regarding previous records, if necessary.

Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Seniority level

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