After-Hours Youth Crisis Worker (Flexible Shifts)

Brightpoint; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Forgiveness

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization is looking for a part-time Youth Crisis Worker in East St. Louis, Illinois. This role involves providing after-hours crisis intervention services to at-risk youth and their families, requiring effective communication and empathy during conflict. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma with relevant experience or coursework in social work. The role includes responding to emergency calls, facilitating communication between families, and may include transporting youth. The hourly pay is between $20-$22 depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Requires at least a high school diploma/GED.
• Two years of relevant college coursework or experience working with youth and families.
• Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide after-hours crisis intervention services to homeless youth and families.
• Respond in person to police departments for crisis intervention.
• Facilitate communication and negotiation between youth and families.

Skills

Effective communication

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma/GED

Two years of college coursework in Social Work or related field

Experience working with youth and families

Job description

A leading non-profit organization is looking for a part-time Youth Crisis Worker in East St. Louis, Illinois. This role involves providing after-hours crisis intervention services to at-risk youth and their families, requiring effective communication and empathy during conflict. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma with relevant experience or coursework in social work. The role includes responding to emergency calls, facilitating communication between families, and may include transporting youth. The hourly pay is between $20-$22 depending on experience and qualifications.