Youth Advocate-Day Shift

Children And Families First Delaware Inc; Seaford (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

EAP Perks Plus

401(k) plan with matching

Job summary

Children And Families First Delaware Inc. is seeking a dedicated staff member to supervise residents and guide them through daily routines while applying Behavioral Modification practices.

The role includes counseling in living skills, crisis intervention, and monitoring educational activities to support growth and safety. The position requires an Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field, driver’s license, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's Degree in Human Services or related field; equivalency considered.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed.
• Forty hours of annual training including CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, Passive Physical Restraint and Crisis Control Techniques.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide residents through daily routines and schedules.
• Counsel residents in living skills and crisis intervention when needed.
• Oversee homework, study hours and library use.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Associate's Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Description

• Supervise and guide residents through daily routine/schedule utilizing the program's Behavioral Modification practices.
• Counsel residents in appropriate living, social interaction, self care/personal hygiene, and related skills; crisis intervention counseling as needed, which may include using passive restraint techniques.
• Oversees conducting of homework and study hour periods; monitors use of library.
• May prepare meals and monitor/direct resident behavior and appropriate food selection during meals; utilize food and supplies according to inventory procedures.
• Document and chart resident performance and behavior, compile statistics and other documentation of resident performance and behavior.
• Participate in and guide resident participation in recreational therapy and creative arts therapy exercises and activities; assist in planning of such programs.
• Supervises and assists residents in any self-administration of medications as appropriate.
• Perform emergency drills as needed.
• Drive and escort residents to medical, dental, and other professional appointments.
• Monitor resident movement to and from school, and otherwise.
• Perform duties in accordance with program policies and procedures and utilize inventory, supplies, equipment, and program possessions appropriately.

32 hours/week, with benefits.

Work Schedule:

• Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday
• 7:30 AM-3:30 PM each day.

Benefits include:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Assistance
• EAP Perks Plus and Other Wellness Benefits
• 401 (k) plan with matching.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Human Services or related field with one year of related work experience is desired; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the agency's service population.
• Must have valid driver's license, which meets the requirements of the agency's insurance carrier.
• Must maintain at least forty hours of training per year to include Medication Administration, CPR, First Aid, Passive Physical Restraint, and Crisis Control Techniques.
• Previous counseling experience, preferably with adolescents.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and accurately.

EOE