Who we are: Center for Human Service is one of the largest, local non-profits serving Stanislaus County youth and families. Our mission is simple…to change lives and build futures through programs that strengthen and support youth and families. CHS is a place that brings together smart, talented people from diverse backgrounds. We’ve cultivated a truly unique workplace environment that is anchored by our values…integrity, responsiveness, respect, partnerships, innovation and results. We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to promote leadership and help create opportunities to improve the wellbeing of the community.
To learn more about our programs, check out our website: www.centerforhumanservices.org
Position: Per Diem Youth Shelter Specialist - LBS
Hours: Non-Exempt-Arranged based on program needs (10-hour shifts), Days, Overnight & Weekends & Holidays
Department/ Program: Youth Navigation Center (YNC) / Shelter Services
Reports to: Youth Navigation Center Supervisor
Salary/ Hourly Wage: $17.06 - $17.91 per hour; DOE
Final filing date: Open Until Filled
Position Summary: Responsible for providing guidance, supervision, information and services to YNC participants within YNC Shelter Programs utilizing non-judgmental and positive youth development practices. This position is responsible for following all organizational policies and procedures. Youth Shelter Specialists will be assigned to Hutton House.
DUTIES:
- Assure a safe, non-judgmental environment for program participants.
- Maintain facility according to licensing and/or agency standards.
- Operate agency vehicles to transport clients and complete routine deliveries and pick-ups.
- Establish and monitor daily living routine and reinforce positive, productive self-sufficient life style for all youth.
- Perform crisis prevention, intervention and management while adhering to agency protocols for responding, reporting and seeking support.
- Build rapport with youth and act as a positive role model and safe adult while maintaining and facilitating healthy boundaries.
- Facilitate educational, social, recreational and employment activities for youth.
- Support each youth’s plan to access continuing education and/or employment endeavors and address any biological, psychological or social issues that may lead to homelessness or other non-productive lifestyles.
- Adhere to established shift procedures.
- Maintain facility according to licensing and/or agency standards.
- Maintain clear and thorough communication with Supervisor and Manager around all programmatic and personnel issues.
- Provide immediate trauma-informed, harm reduction, response to a range of crisis presented by youth with focus on de-escalation, short term problem solving, improved decision making, utilization of healthy coping skills and referral to services.
- Attend team meetings, trainings, supervision meetings.
- Monitor and enforce rules of the program.
- Arbitrate disputes and provide a sounding board for complaints and concerns.
- Follow all legal and licensing regulations and requirements for the program.
- Follow all emergency procedures to assure safety of youth, family, staff and property.
- At designated times, shop for food and prepare and cook meals for program participants.
- Accept and utilize supervision and receive corrective feedback from supervisory staff.
- Complete incident reports on any facility damage, medical emergencies or any incident which occurs out of the ordinary daily functioning of the facility.
- Provide emergency shift coverage if necessary.
- Preparation of assigned reports, work records, statistical data, job performance evaluations, work plans, etc. in a timely manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Pathways Focused Duties:
- Facilitate “House Meetings” with all Pathways’ residents and encourage youth to attend.
- Assist with resident move-ins and move-outs.
- Assist with life skills coaching and skill building including housemate conflict mediation, how to be a good neighbor, etc.
- Monitor program milieu and address resident concerns or issues as needed.
Low Barrier Shelter Focused Duties:
- Conduct regular rounds of facility (including bed checks and grounds checks) and interact with clients to share information, provide supplies, and facilitate interventions.
- Provide support during Check-in and Check-out to insure safe and complete screening of residents.
- Monitor shower/laundry/dinner schedule.
- Assist with set up and clean-up of Low Barrier Shelter activities daily.
The assignment of day or night shifts is made based on individual skills and strengths, and for the success of the programs as a whole. Without diminishing the importance of any requirements or duties, we believe those selected for day shifts should exhibit the ability to:
- Structure client engagement activities (i.e. education time, recreation, chores, relaxation)
- Cordially and calmly manage coinciding demands of youth, families, phones, meal preparation and visitors
- Train and supervise volunteers
Without diminishing the importance of any requirements or duties, we believe those selected for night shifts should exhibit the ability to:
- Accurately enter data
- Perform clerical duties
- Ensure shelter preparedness for next business day
- Plan next-day youth schedules (school, appointments, outings, visitors)
- Efficiently and congenially awake youth, prepare and serve breakfast, administer medication and send youth to school
- Maintain and organize all donations
