Young Adult Support Specialist - 412 Youth Zone

Auberle; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); In loco; USD 24.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous paid time off

11 paid holidays

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Tuition reimbursement and loan/repay.

Professional development and training

Commitment to work-life balance

Descrizione del lavoro

Auberle seeks a Young Adult Support Specialist for the 412 Youth Zone in Pittsburgh to build strong, trusting relationships with young adults transitioning from foster care and unstable housing. The role involves meeting youth where they are, promoting participation in activities, and coordinating with partners to support growth and stability.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED, 1 year of youth experience, and willingness to travel locally.

Competenze

• Act 33/34 and FBI Clearances required.
• High school diploma/GED accepted and one year of experience working with youth.
• Valid PA driver’s license, vehicle, registration, and proof of insurance.
• Requires travel to youth homes and throughout the community.
• Exposes workers to tobacco smoke, domestic animals, household pests, and other conditions common to domestic environments.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain strong, trusting relationships with young people to foster engagement and growth.
• Greet and establish rapport with youth entering the drop-in center and engage them to build trust.
• Provide one-on-one contact to assess needs, address challenges, and celebrate successes.
• Promote activity calendar and encourage program participation.
• Facilitate programs at the drop-in center to meet diverse needs and coordinate with other providers.

Conoscenze

Relationship building

Youth engagement

Communication

Community collaboration

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

Valid PA driver’s license

Descrizione del lavoro

Young Adult Support Specialist - 412 Youth Zone# Young Adult Support Specialist - 412 Youth Zone412 Youth Zone - Pittsburgh, PA 15222## OverviewSalary Range$21.00 - $21.00 HourlyLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelNot SpecifiedTravel PercentageUp to 25%CategoryNonprofit - Social Services## DescriptionAuberle strengthens thousands of individuals and families each year, helping to build strong communities. Auberle has evolved into a premier multi-service agency with programs spanning Workforce Development, Housing, Foster Care, Young Adult Services, and Behavioral Health. Auberle’s mission is to help build strong individuals, families, and communities.In 2019, Ward Home joined the Auberle family and has three programs in our Young Adult Services Department.Program DescriptionThe 412 Youth Zone is located in downtown Pittsburgh. The program provides comprehensive, welcoming, and youth driven services and support to young adults transitioning out of the foster care system or who are experiencing unstable housing.**Position Title and Overview**Young Adult Support Specialist• Develop and maintain strong, trusting relationships with young people to foster engagement and support their individual growth.• Greet and establish rapport with all youth that enter the drop-in center including engaging with them to build trusting relationships.• Provide one on one contact to youth as needed and deemed necessary to evaluate their needs, address challenges, and celebrate successes.• Be aware of and promote the activity calendar with youth and help encourage program participation• Facilitate and promote various programs occurring at the drop-in center to engage young people and meet their diverse needs.• Effectively communicate with other providers and partners who visit the drop-in center to establish and maintain the community collaboration.• Support the youth by transporting them to appointments and/or activities as needed.• Maintain accurate and timely documentation to ensure effective tracking and reporting.## Qualifications**Location and Travel Requirements:**This position is primarily located in Downtown Pittsburgh. All positions are also expected to come to training, meetings, and other events at Main Campus in McKeesport, as scheduled.The travel required for this position is regular.**Position Requirements:*** Act 33/34 and FBI Clearances required.* High school diploma/GED accepted and one year of experience working with youth.* Valid PA driver’s license, vehicle, registration, and proof of insurance.* Requires travel to youth homes and throughout the community.* Involves exposure to tobacco smoke, domestic animals, household pests, and other conditions common to domestic environments.* Requires working varied hours, including evenings, some weekends and holidays.**Great Benefits:*** + Comprehensive health insurance + Generous paid time off, plus 11 paid holidays + Retirement savings plan and company match + Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance + Professional development and training opportunities + A commitment to work-life balance**Apply Here:**If you are mission-driven, passionate about helping others, and eager to succeed, we encourage you to apply. To join our team, please apply at https://www.auberle.org/careersLearn more about us at www.auberle.orgAuberle is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.