Youth Advocate Case Manager – Community Youth Services – Olympia, WA

Community Youth Services is recruiting for a full-time Youth Advocate Case Manager for its Street Outreach program. This position functions as part of two teams: Street Outreach and Rosie’s Place Drop-In & Resource Center. The candidate will be the first point of contact for homeless and street dependent youth through on-the street outreach, site based community locations, and school district locations. Additionally, this position provides case management as needed to eligible youth in Rosie’s Place as well as assists young people ages 12-24 in meeting their needs for safety, food, clothing, shelter, emotional and intellectual growth, and individualism.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in counseling or related field and two years of experience working with high-risk youth, particularly street dependent, homeless, and runaway youth

Valid TB test results within the previous 12 months prior to hire or the ability to obtain a negative TB test within 30 days of employment, and

Required to carry cell phone during all working hours

AGENCY QUALIFICATIONS:

The ability to pass an extensive background check with no history of conviction or perpetration of child abuse or physical harm to another person,

Professional and personal conduct that maintains a personal and professional background so that criminal history remains free from unlawful conduct. Certain crimes may disqualify employees to have unrestricted access to children or vulnerable populations in accordance with Department of Social Health and Services policy and Washington State law. Professional or personal conduct that causes this clearance to be suspended or denied will result in suspension and/or termination of employment. (Pursuant to RCW 43.43.832, 43.43.832(7), 43.43.834, 43.20A.710 and WAC 388-06.),

A valid Washington State Driver License with a six-year good driving record. The ability to pass and maintain a clean driving records check. Professional or personal conduct that results in a restricted or denied driving status could result in termination of employment,

Proof of personal auto insurance levels at or above a $100,000 combined single limit must be provided once offer of employment is accepted

A sensitivity and responsiveness to the cultural differences in the organization’s employment and service population

Must possess, or obtain within 30 days of employment CPR/1st Aid/BBP certification

Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team, be self-motivated, and take initiative (EOE).

Spanish speaking skills preferred but not required

PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS:

Have a positive regard for and can take initiative in building relationships of mutual respect with young people,
Be able to respond to crisis in an appropriate and therapeutic manner,
Be able to work in a lively environment that requires multitasking,
Be willing to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends,
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and good organizational skills,

Be able to carry a 30Ib bag of emergency supplies and walk for a period of 2-3 hours at a time, and

Functions with creativity, compassion, and a sense of humor.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND RELATED TASKS:

Direct Services

Engages runaway, homeless, and at risk youth ages 12-24 and connect them to CYS’s continuum of care,

Provides crisis intervention, emergency supplies, and info about resources to youth on the streets of Olympia,

Upholds and maintains team safety when conducting outreach in the community,

Collaborates with school liaisons and counselors to provide services to homeless and at risk students who want to stay in school,

Participates on coalitions and attends outreach events in rural Thurston County to educate those communities of CYS’s services and provide linkages to services for rural youth,

Assists participants in accessing services we provide directly or through referral including: food and hygiene, clothing, shelter, housing, education, healthcare, treatment, counseling, and other services as needed,
Provides individualized case management to youth using agency best practices including active listening, harm reduction, wraparound, positive youth development, trauma informed care, and motivational interviewing,
Participates with youth in recreational activities designed to engage them in pro-social and healthy alternatives, while at area parks and the YMCA,
Participates in program activities and cultivate workshops and other meaningful learning opportunities for youth,
Helps maintain and develop partnerships with community organizations as a means to coordinate services and provide wrap around support to program youth, and
As needed, provides additional support to staff in Rosie’s Place by informing youth of program services, behavioral expectations, and monitoring room milieu.

Administrative Services

Maintains documentation in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner,

Attends relevant trainings, conferences, and department/program meetings,

Maintains the confidentiality of participant information,

Manages time and resources in a skilled manner,

Communicates effectively in both verbal and written form, and

Provides services in a manner that expedites the meeting of contract requirements and program outcomes.

APPLICATION MATERIALS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

1. Cover Letter with salary requirements

2. Resume

3. Application (you can use either version below or go to our website)

Printable pdf version –

http://www.communityyouthservices.org/admin/HR%20%20Job%20Application%20-%20rev%206%2020%2012.pdf

Fillable Word version – http://www.communityyouthservices.org/pdf/Administration/HR.Fillable%20Job%20Application.6.20.12.docx

Driver Abstract (Lacey DOL: 360.459.6753 or

http://www.dol.wa.gov/driverslicense/drivingrecord.html

*NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE*

SUBMIT ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS TO: HR@CommunityYouthServices.org.

Please reference Street Outreach in the subject line.

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