YMCA of Greater Seattle

JOB SUMMARYThe On-Call Direct Care Staff position is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team providing 24-hour shift supervision for youth and young adults, ages 16-18, in an Adolescent Transitional Living Program.. In partnership with DCYF, this exciting new program will serve up to 5 young people at any one time and will focus on providing daily supervision, individualized support, age-appropriate interventions, developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive independent living skills activities, and preparation for independent housing with a trauma informed and empowering approach.. The Social Impact Center Y’s programs include housing, behavioral health, foster care licensing, violence prevention, education, and employment.. This is an awake overnight shift that requires you to be awake and alert for the entirety of the shift.. Qualifications Must have high school diploma/GED/HSECMinimum one year of experience working with teens or young adults in foster care, group care, housing, education, juvenile justice, anti-poverty, vocational support, mental health, chemical dependency and/or homelessness fields.

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Overview Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.JOB SUMMARYThe On-Call Direct Care Staff position is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team providing 24-hour shift supervision for youth and young adults, ages 16-18, in an Adolescent Transitional Living Program. In partnership with DCYF, this exciting new program will serve up to 5 young people at any one time and will focus on providing daily supervision, individualized support, age-appropriate interventions, developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive independent living skills activities, and preparation for independent housing with a trauma informed and empowering approach. This position is on site at our Northgate housing location.This position is at the Social Impact Center Y, the social services branch of YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS). The mission of the Social Impact Center Y is to accelerate young people’s ability to build safe, successful, and happy lives. Every year, we serve 5,000 children, youth, young adults, and families across King County with programs that aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; ensuring stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center Y’s programs include housing, behavioral health, foster care licensing, violence prevention, education, and employment. Many of the young people we serve have had involvement in the foster care, criminal justice system, and/or homelessness systems.What you'll get from working at The YIndividual membership to the YMCA of Greater SeattleFree access to mental health resourcesRapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) Hiring Range: $24.00 – 26.40/hr Responsibilities Provides general support to young adults in education, employment/career development, housing, technology, or other designated field and supports them in achieving their goals.Build strong relationships with Y program participants to effectively provide quality services.Develops or assists development of individualized, strengths-based, youth-driven service plans.Must understand contract/grant terms and conditions to ensure program outcome requirements are met and services rendered to young adults appropriately.Maintains clear, professional, timely participant contact notes, service plans, progress updates, outcomes, and other documentation in designated databases.Provide direct serve and referrals to with a focus on under-served populations in South King County area. Teams effectively and collaboratively with YMCA staff and/or community partners to plan and facilitate activities, including visits to related resources in the community.Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with funding liaisons, other service providers, businesses and/or educational institutions as related to specialized services.Supports participant success in key domains such as safe and stable housing, permanent connections to supportive adults, education and employment, health and well-being, and life skills.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.WORK ENVIRONMENTThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORKThis position is on-call, part time, and will sign up to fill open shifts.Schedule (hours will vary):Day and Swing shifts are Monday through Sunday with varying hours: generally 8am-4pm or 4pm-midnight.Overnight shifts are Monday through Sunday with varying hours: generally midnight-8am.*This is an awake overnight shift that requires you to be awake and alert for the entirety of the shift. Qualifications Must have high school diploma/GED/HSECMinimum one year of experience working with teens or young adults in foster care, group care, housing, education, juvenile justice, anti-poverty, vocational support, mental health, chemical dependency and/or homelessness fields.Must be 21 yrs. of age (unless between 18 and 21yrs and enrolled in an internship, as well as be supervised by a staff 21yrs of age or Ability to teach effective independence skills for a variety of learning styles and to plan supportive activities.Strong youth engagement and relationship-building skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.Ability to transport self and client(s) in a safe and effective manner, and to meet clients at community locations; proof of adequate vehicle insurance coverage is required, or ability to travel to areas without public transportation.Current state approved First Aid and CPR certification.*Current approved HIV blood borne pathogens training.**indicates it must be completed within 30 days of being hired. This safety-sensitive role requires transporting clients as “authorized drivers” for the Y using your vehicle. Potential offers will be contingent upon meeting the following conditions: Being 25+, having a valid driver's license for at least three years and possessing a driving record that meets Y standards (no more than two moving violations within the last three years, no significant incidents such as reckless driving, DUI/DWI, no tickets 20+ miles above the speed limit etc. within 5 years). and proof of current auto insurance; minimum recommended coverage limits are $300,000 per incident, and current vehicle registration is required. You must also pass a drug screen that will test for impairing substances, including marijuana. ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAssociates or Bachelor’s degreePrefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, . Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful. You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:Thrive on working in a collaborative environmentAre very adaptableHave high ownership and strong work ethicAre a great problem solver who can think on your feetTruly enjoy being of service to peopleLike being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working togetherWant to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for allAt the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment. Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities. “

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