Intake Coordinator (part-time) weekends 2nd shift

DAYBREAK INC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 24,435 - 34,801; Part time

Job summary

Daybreak Inc. is seeking an Intake Coordinator for the RONI Project in Dayton, OH. The role handles missing youth reports, safety screenings, and crisis response, serving as the first contact for families and partners. Weekend, 2nd shift (Sat-Sun, 3:00pm-11:00pm) requirements will apply.

The position requires trauma-informed practice, strong communication, and the ability to work under high stress while coordinating with law enforcement and providers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related field preferred.
• At least two years of experience working directly with youth and young adults; homelessness or housing instability experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and respond to runaway or missing youth calls and conduct intake.
• Perform safety screenings and rapid risk assessment for law enforcement response.
• Provide crisis support and trauma-informed communication with youth and families.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, dispatch, and community partners for timely responses.
• Document intake, prescreening, and safety assessments in multiple systems.
• Support outreach and gather information on youth networks and locations.
• Assist families in connecting to services and next steps after incidents.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Decision making

Communication skills

Stress management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Law enforcement record systems

Daybreak systems

Job description

Job Details

Location: Dayton, OH 45402.

Position Type: Part Time.

Education Level: High School.

Salary Range: $21.50 per hour.

Travel Percentage: None.

Job Shift: Weekends.

Job Category: Nonprofit – Social Services.

Position Summary

The Intake Coordinator for the RONI (Runaway, Outreach, Notification, and Intervention) Project is responsible for receiving, screening, and responding to missing and runaway youth reports in partnership with law enforcement and community partners. This position serves as the first point of contact for families, agencies, and law enforcement when a youth is reported missing or has returned. The Intake Coordinator conducts safety screenings, completes intake documentation, enters data into multiple systems, coordinates with law enforcement, and provides crisis response and service connection for youth and families. The position requires trauma‑informed practice, rapid decision‑making, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in high‑stress, time‑sensitive situations.

This is a weekend position—every other Saturday & Sunday. Second Shift 3:00pm–11:00pm.

Duties & Responsibilities

Intake, Screening, and Crisis Response

• Receive and respond to runaway and missing youth calls from regional dispatch, law enforcement, agencies, parents, guardians, and community members.
• Conduct initial safety screenings to determine exigent or unusual circumstances that require immediate law enforcement response.
• Make rapid, accurate decisions regarding safety risk and appropriate response pathway.
• Take emergency crisis calls related to missing or returned youth and provide immediate support and guidance.
• Provide trauma‑informed, culturally responsive communication with youth, families, and partners.
• Speak directly with returned youth, when dispatched, outside the presence of guardians to assess safety and needs.

Law Enforcement and Community Coordination

• Work closely with law enforcement, dispatch, and multidisciplinary partners to ensure timely response to missing and returned youth.
• Communicate directly with regional dispatch and law enforcement when exigent circumstances are identified.
• Assist with follow‑up documentation and coordination when patrol or detectives complete original reports.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and case reviews as assigned.
• Communicate with out‑of‑home placement providers, juvenile justice, child welfare, and community agencies regarding runaway reports.

Documentation and Data Entry

• Complete intake, prescreening, and safety assessment forms for every runaway or missing youth report.
• Enter and update information in multiple systems, including law enforcement record systems, Daybreak systems, and grant‑required databases.
• Upload and manage required documentation, photos, and releases of information.
• Complete supplemental and closing reports when youth are located or cases are resolved.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete documentation in compliance with grant, agency, and law enforcement standards.

Outreach and Location Support

• Conduct social media searches and online monitoring to assist in locating missing youth, when appropriate.
• Manage social media response pages related to runaway and missing youth alerts as assigned.
• Gather and document information related to youth’s friends, associates, hangout locations, and online presence.
• Support outreach staff by providing detailed intake information for follow‑up services.

Client Support and Service Connection

• Work directly with youth and families to identify immediate needs and connect them to appropriate services.
• Provide basic crisis support, safety planning, and referrals.
• Assist families with understanding next steps when youth have multiple runaway incidents.
• Support reunification and stabilization efforts when youth return.

Compliance and Grant Responsibilities

• Follow RONI Project policies, procedures, and workflow requirements.
• Adhere to all grant requirements, reporting timelines, and documentation standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and privacy laws.
• Participate in required trainings related to trauma, human trafficking, crisis response, and missing youth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED required; an associate’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related field preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working directly with youth and young adults is required; those experiencing homelessness or housing instability preferred.