Impactful Youth Engagement Specialist

Pressley-Ridge; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Prescription coverage

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentive

Dependent Care FSA

403b with employer match

Job summary

Pressley Ridge is seeking staff for an Education program focused on empowering youth and families. The role involves collaboration with professionals to provide student support, implement interventions, and maintain professional conduct.

The position emphasizes flexibility, ongoing training, supervision, and adherence to program guidelines. On-site work with potential training opportunities and a strong focus on student well-being and safety.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Requires a valid driver’s license, safe driving record, auto insurance and access to a vehicle.
• Experience working with youth preferred.
• Clearances: State Police, FBI, Child Abuse Clearances, Mandated Reporter training certificate and/or statement.

Responsibilities

• Participate in meetings on an as needed basis.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals providing services.
• Implement individual support/interventions for students.
• Be responsive and accept feedback, supervision, and consultation.
• Maintain flexibility and creativity in a high demand work situation.
• Effectively apply on-going training information.
• Support students in an assigned location (hallway, intervention space, etc.).
• Exemplify the values of the program service model.
• Maintain professional boundaries with students and other professionals.
• Follow rules/guidelines of professional/ethical conduct.

Education

High School or GED

Associates or better in Human Services or related field

Job description

Pressley Ridge is seeking staff for an Education program focused on empowering youth and families. The role involves collaboration with professionals to provide student support, implement interventions, and maintain professional conduct.

The position emphasizes flexibility, ongoing training, supervision, and adherence to program guidelines. On-site work with potential training opportunities and a strong focus on student well-being and safety.