Skagit Valley Family YMCA

Make an impact: In this position you will make a difference in young peoples life by providing Case Management Services and contributing to the YMCA Outreach program mission by ensuring services are provided using a Positive Youth Development Approach, in a culturally competent and trauma informed manner, which meet all legal and contractual standards.. Model and execute a non-rejecting, trauma-informed care approach to working with at-risk adolescents.. Coordinate with Sedro-Woolley Rec Center staff, including the Outreach Manager and Site Supervisor, on participants entry and exit to Street Outreach Services (SOS), coordination with the drop-in center, and general coordination of care.. State approved certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid & Bloodborne Pathogens, as well as Mandatory Reporting and Trauma-informed Care/Harm Reduction training required within 90 days of hire.. Previous training in de-escalation, Positive Youth Development, CSEC, Domestic Violence, Mental Health First Aid, or other related trainings.

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Job Details Job Location: Skagit Valley Family YMCA Sedro Woolley Recreation Center - Sedro Woolley, WA Salary Range: $23.20 - $34.50 Hourly Job Shift: Day Description Make an impact: In this position you will make a difference in young peoples life by providing Case Management Services and contributing to the YMCA Outreach program mission by ensuring services are provided using a Positive Youth Development Approach, in a culturally competent and trauma informed manner, which meet all legal and contractual standards. Learn, Grow and Serve: Were committed to growing the capabilities of our people. We are devoted to a community where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. We are on a mission to create positive community change through relationships by empowering the mind, body and spirit of ALL! Above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger. This position is for you, if you can: * Model and execute a non-rejecting, trauma-informed care approach to working with at-risk adolescents. Ensures a positive, growth-enhancing environment.
* Build high-quality relationships with youth participants to understand the personal experiences of young people impacted by homelessness through weekly outreach services;
* Provide individualized case management and coordination of services:
* Conduct assessment with each youth to determine goals, barriers to goals, resource needs and other factors related to service planning, with particular attention paid to the following: housing (per housing first model), education, job training, mental health/physical health, substance use and social supports.
* Develop an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) for each youth based on the assessment of needs
* Engage and connect with youth in the referral process through resource referrals and navigation with supportive services
* Coordinate safety planning and crisis response of youth when needed
* Provide follow-up and aftercare services as needed * Provide necessary transportation according to Outreach vehicle availability and Y transportation policies
* Coordinate with Sedro-Woolley Rec Center staff, including the Outreach Manager and Site Supervisor, on participants entry and exit to Street Outreach Services (SOS), coordination with the drop-in center, and general coordination of care.
* Part of the paid on-call rotation, serving for 1 week at a time approximately every 5-6 weeks.
* Bilingual Spanish-speaking applicants HIGHLY encouraged to apply! Qualifications & Benefits You've got this, if you are / or have: * Bachelor's Degree in social services or closely related field from an accredited school.
* Two years or more of related experience working with homeless, at-risk, and/or other youth populations.
* Strong skills in self-initiation, communication, collaboration, crisis management and behavior management.
* Ability to work variable hours, such as late nights or weekends as needed; that said, primary Outreach program hours offered are Monday-Thursday, 2:30-6:00 pm.
* Must be able to pass a criminal background check from DCYF and the State of Washington
* State approved certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid & Bloodborne Pathogens, as well as Mandatory Reporting and Trauma-informed Care/Harm Reduction training required within 90 days of hire.
* Requires negative TB Test before working within facility Preferred Qualifications: * Master's degree in Social Work or closely related field.
* Experience with school systems (special education, 504 service plans, IEP's, etc.)
* Experience case managing clients within other systems of care, such as behavioral health, child welfare, and/or other housing providers
* Previous training in de-escalation, Positive Youth Development, CSEC, Domestic Violence, Mental Health First Aid, or other related trainings. Competitive pay and excellent benefits, which include: * .50 cent hourly premium on top of wage for bilingual Spanish or other secondary language speakers
* Paid Vacation & Sick Time
* Three paid personal days per year
* Free household YMCA membership to the Skagit Valley Family YMCA and all national YMCAs
* 403(b) Retirement Saving Account
* 403(b) Retirement Employer Match (after two years with 1,000 hours)
* Medical, Dental & Life Insurance through Premera (must be scheduled for 30-hours/week or more to qualify)

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