Trauma-Informed After-School Youth Advocate

The Shelter for Abused Women & Children; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36-hour work week

Staff appreciation events

Paid time off

Medical and mental health benefits

Dental and vision plans

401K employer match

Wellness incentives

Job summary

The Shelter for Abused Women & Children in Naples seeks an After School Care Advocate to lead the onsite after-school program for children of survivors of domestic violence. You will mentor youth, connect families with resources, and support academic and personal development.

The role requires an Associate’s or BA/BS, experience with youth programming, trauma-informed care, and the ability to pass background checks. CPR/First Aid, a Florida driver’s license, and bilingual skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or BA/BS degree preferred.
• Demonstrated success in delivering youth programming with children ages K-12.
• Experience providing childcare to school-aged children, leading youth recreation & youth camp programs, as a teacher’s assistant and/or equivalent experience
• Experience working with children who have experienced trauma, neurodivergent children, children with disabilities or other support needs, and/or individuals from marginalized communities or English language learner (ELL) programs.
• Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a plus.
• Completion of first aid and CPR class.
• Must pass state & federal background checks, provide satisfactory references, and drug screening.
• Valid FL Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Assist with curriculum activities and housekeeping as needed.
• Collaborate with supervisor to organize field trips and learning-based events with community partners.
• Collect and maintain participant data for quarterly reporting on a timely basis.
• Develop and maintain a safe, enjoyable After School Program focused on character development and academic achievement.
• Develop program goals, objectives, lesson plans, and calendars.
• Enforce DCF Compliant safety regulations and manage participant behavior.
• Facilitate developmentally stimulating experiences and create a positive, youth-centered environment.
• Lead and participate in physical activities and games with emphasis on incorporating the outdoors as weather permits.
• Meet with parents to discuss youth’s progress in After School Program.
• Offer individual advocacy and counseling, including crisis intervention and safety planning to youth and/or parents, as needed.
• Provide needs-based referrals for outside services to participants and families.
• Supervise children to ensure safety and well-being.

Skills

Youth programming

Childcare

Trauma-informed care

First aid & CPR

Background checks

Driver's license

Education

Associate’s or BA/BS degree

Job description

The Shelter for Abused Women & Children in Naples seeks an After School Care Advocate to lead the onsite after-school program for children of survivors of domestic violence. You will mentor youth, connect families with resources, and support academic and personal development.

The role requires an Associate’s or BA/BS, experience with youth programming, trauma-informed care, and the ability to pass background checks. CPR/First Aid, a Florida driver’s license, and bilingual skills are preferred.