Public Health Management Corporation

PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health.. PHMC requires that all employees are fully vaccinated with the Covid-19 vaccine before the first day of employment.. The Driver/Youth Care worker will act as a van driver to transport youth to and from program site.. Provide feedback to service team members (counselor/therapist/instructor/mentor) concerning issues that may be identified during interactions with program participants.. Knowledge, understanding and experience working with youth, with preferences given to having worked with at-risk youth, substance abuse, trauma and/or mental illness

youth care worker

<p>PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires that all employees are fully vaccinated with the Covid-19 vaccine before the first day of employment.</p>
<p>The Driver/Youth Care worker will act as a van driver to transport youth to and from program site. This position will also provide support to program activities conducted on-site including food preparation, and assist with daily program set-up.</p>
<h3>Responsibilities</h3>
<ul>
<li>Act as a van driver to transport youth to and from program site.</li>
<li>Provide support to program activities conducted on-site including food preparation.</li>
<li>Assist with daily program set-up.</li>
<li>Assist with administrative duties as needed.</li>
<li>Assist with monitoring of youth on program site.</li>
<li>Provide feedback to service team members (counselor/therapist/instructor/mentor) concerning issues that may be identified during interactions with program participants.</li>
<li>Participate in Service Plan meetings as warranted.</li>
<li>Participate in clinical team meetings, staff meetings and trainings, as instructed.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate up-to-date clinical records as instructed.</li>
<li>Work with youth and their families as necessary.</li>
<li>Other duties or activities as assigned by the Program Director.</li>
<li>Will serve as the maintenance coordinator for the BIPS facility</li>
<li>Will serve as the safety officer for the BIPS program</li>
</ul>
<h3>Administrative Responsibility</h3>
<ul>
<li>Maintain daily log of van usage.</li>
<li>Prepare case notes as instructed</li>
<li>Accept other administrative duties to support the viability and growth of the program along with adherence to policies and governing bodies.</li>
<li>Other duties or activities as assigned by the Program Director.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Skills</h3>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge, understanding and experience working with youth, with preferences given to having worked with at-risk youth, substance abuse, trauma and/or mental illness</li>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of Philadelphia's social service system.</li>
<li>Knowledge of neighborhood and community resources relevant to this population.</li>
<li>Sensitivity to racial, cultural, economic, and willingness to adopt interventions that work for different groups.</li>
<li>Understanding of a strengths-based, recovery-oriented approach and a willingness to adopt this approach.</li>
<li>Knowledge of high-risk youth, family systems, mental health disorders and substance abuse.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently.</li>
<li>Ability to navigate throughout the city comfortably and effectively.</li>
<li>Comfortable working with adolescent youth (ages 10 to 17).</li>
</ul>
<h3>Experience</h3>
<ul>
<li>High school diploma and at least 2 years related experience preferred.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Education Requirement</h3>
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma or GED</li>
<li>Completion of PA Certified Peer Specialist Training preferred.</li>
<li>Valid driver's license and vehicle required.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Salary</h3>
<ul>
<li>Commensurate with education and experience.</li>
<li>Grade 12</li>
</ul>

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