FYI Specialist

City of Indianapolis & Marion County; Center (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Indianapolis & Marion County seeks an FYI Center Specialist to provide direct care and supervise youth at the FYI Center. You will conduct visual inspections, assist with daily facility upkeep, and manage intake processes while teaching independent living skills when appropriate.

Under supervision of the FYI Center Lead Care Coordinator, Director, and Chief Deputy Probation Officer, you will engage youth in recreational activities, complete required documentation, and collaborate

Qualifications

• Must complete Motivational Interviewing training within 3 months of hire.
• Must become CANS certified within 3 months of employment.
• Pass a background check.
• At least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrates understanding of cultural values and norms.
• Knowledgeable about culturally specific resources in the local community.
• Sensitivity to barriers faced by youth in accessing resources.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Strong data entry and electronic documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervise youth at the center.
• Conduct visual inspections of children and living areas.
• Complete daily upkeep activities, including light cleaning.
• Complete intake processes for youth entering the program.
• Engage in recreational activities with youth.
• Teach independent living skills when appropriate.
• Under supervision of Lead Care Coordinator, Director, and Chief Deputy Probation Officer.
• Attend weekly supervision sessions and complete additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

CANS certification

Background check

High school diploma

Cultural competence

Data entry

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The FYI Center Specialist will service as direct care personnel and assist with supervising the children staying at the center. Responsibilities will include conducting visual inspections of children and their living areas, complete daily activities related to the upkeep of the facility (including light cleaning), complete intake processes, participate in engaging recreational activities with the children, and teach independent living skills when appropriate. The FYI Specialist will be under the supervision of the FYI center Lead Care Coordinator, Director, and Chief Deputy Probation Officer.

• Must complete Motivational Interviewing training (provided by FYI) within 3 months of hire.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures set forth by the Marion Superior Court and the FYI Center.
• Makes referrals to community resources as appropriate.
• Completes incident reports and treatment plans.
• Must become CANS certified within 3 months of employment.
• Be knowledgeable about activities of daily living and how to teach them to others.
• Adheres to confidentiality policies.
• Completes data entry in a timely manner.
• Complete 20 hours of yearly educational training related to working with youth.
• Collaborates with local law enforcement and services providers and maintains professional and appropriate communication.
• Complies with DCS rules and regulations.
• Reviews documents and provides guidance and feedback.
• Conducts meetings with youth and families if required by a case manager.
• Serves in other capacities and assignments as requested, required and/or directed by the Chief Probation Officer, while always adhering to the department’s overall “team” philosophy and practice.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as required.
• Participate in weekly supervision with Lead Care Coordinator.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrates an understanding of cultural values and norms.
• Knowledgeable about culturally specific resources available within the local community and state.
• Sensitivity and understanding of barriers experienced by children in accessing resources and/or engaging in services.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, religious views, cultural backgrounds, immigrant status, physical and mental abilities, generational differences, gender identity, sexual orientation, and treat everyone with respect and dignity.
• Ability to engage with diverse staff and leadership to promote trust, collaboration, and partnerships.
• Ability to remain solution-focused and respectful in all interactions with staff, clients, and stakeholders.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment.
• Knowledge of current office technology and systems, with the ability to acquire additional knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, oversee, and complete multiple projects simultaneously with limited supervision.
• Attentive to details and deadlines, responsive, follows up and follows through with responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Has strong skills with electronic documentation.