We are hiring a confident Youth Support Specialist - HOME Youth Services to join our productive team at Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency in Salem, OR.
Growing your career as a Full Time Youth Support Specialist - HOME Youth Services is a terrific opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in problem-solving, teamwork and have the right experience for the job, then apply for the position of Youth Support Specialist - HOME Youth Services at Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency today!
Join our team as we help young people find stability, success, and positive relationships. The Youth Support Specialist provides direct supervision and resources to youth, meeting their immediate needs. The position is renewable annually based on continuation of project funding.
There are multiple openings for this position. Candidates must submit job application by 06/09 in order to be considered for first round interviews. Schedules: Sunday-Thursday: 3:45pm-12:15am Wednesday-Sunday: 8:00am-4:30pm MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Two or more years of work or volunteering experience in fast-paced customer service, healthcare, education, social or community services or related public-facing sectors. College course work in social sciences or related human services preferred but not required. Preference will be given to candidates with work or volunteer experience working with special needs population and/or experience working with youth or high risk youth 11-18 years of age. Equivalent combinations of education, various experience and training may be accepted. Prior training experience in the following areas preferred but not required: CRP/First Aid, Food Handler's, Mandatory Reporting, Privacy Laws, Trauma Informed Care, Suicide Intervention, Collaborative Problem Solving, and Recognizing & Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Ability to build and maintain healthy boundaries and relationships with youth and community partners. Desirable skillsets include: de-escalation, motivational interviewing, role-modeling, active-listening, flexibility and adaptive to changing circumstances, light cooking, housekeeping and close monitoring and supervision of youth. Proficiencies in the use of Microsoft Office, such as Word and Outlook. Effectively communicates orally and in written form; read and interpret policies and instructions. Ability to utilize video conferencing, navigating and communicating on social media, and general technology skills. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATION Valid driver license and insured vehicle available for use on the job with satisfactory drive record for the past 3 years. Pass Oregon Department of Human Services criminal background check. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Required to frequently reach; required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch and rarely crawl. Mobility to get to multiple levels in house/facility without an elevator is required. Regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Manual dexterity for handling office equipment, preparing food/cooking, checking for hidden items in beds, backpacks, facilities, on persons. Frequent driving in all weather conditions. WORK ENVIRONMENT Close quarters, often with a population experiencing homelessness, with additional barriers such as mental illness and substance use. Frequent noise and distractions in work spaces. May work in kitchen/laundry with appliances and restroom spaces. Indoor and outdoor work environment. Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed and scheduled by supervisor. Utilizes virtual video conference platforms and social media platforms as a means to communicate and work collaboratively. Potential risk of exposure to COVID-19 and other communicable conditions. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as face coverings may be required. * COVID-19 Alert : This position includes performing essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic and potential exposure to others who may be infected with the virus. I understand that if I am feeling unwell or have knowledge that I have had contact with an individual with a positive COVID-19 test, I will report it to my supervisor and View email address on applicantpro.com and that I must use available PPE and practice social distancing whenever possible according to agency policies.
MWVCAA is committed to promoting and achieving diversity, equity and inclusion with employees and with those we serve. The agency strives to be an employer of choice with a vision for all people to be respected for their infinite worth, and supported to envision and reach a positive future. MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at Show phone number. Job Posted by ApplicantPro Benefits of working as a Youth Support Specialist - HOME Youth Services in Salem, OR:
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