Youth Care Advocate – Weekend Evening Support

EverHope Arkansas; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter is seeking a Youth Care Specialist to supervise residents, support their daily activities, and promote safety and positive development. The role emphasizes building trustful relationships, coordinating with Case Managers and education staff, and adhering to shelter policies.

Shifts run Saturdays and Sundays from 3pm to 11pm. You will participate in trainings on child development, maintain professional boundaries, and help residents work toward personal goals

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Physical stamina to care for active children and youth.
• Physical ability to use authorized techniques for management of aggressive behaviors.
• Must pass all criminal history, child maltreatment and background checks.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of personal automobile insurance, and acceptable driving record required to drive shelter vehicle and/or for shelter business.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervises and interacts with residents at all times while documenting and communicating with Case Managers and Team Leaders concerns and feedback in regards to each resident
• Actively participates in promoting health development, behavior management, learning and overall individual success with each resident
• Actively engages with residents in their daily activities, developing positive relationships that supports residents in meeting their goals
• Works in collaboration with Case Managers, Counseling Staff and Education to meet the overall needs of each resident
• Transports residents to/from community activities and medical appointments, as assigned
• Attends and participates in required trainings aimed at understanding and applying child and adolescent development principles
• Models and promotes positive relationship-building and interactions between residents and staff
• Adheres to all shelter policies and procedures as set forth by federal and state guidelines as well as by the direction of our Board of Directors and Executive Director
• Demonstrates and promotes diversity and cultural competency with residents and staff
• Sets, maintains and communicates appropriate personal and professional boundaries with peers, support staff, volunteers, supervisors and other professionals.
• Attends all meetings, trainings and other events as required
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Physical stamina

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Reliability

Driving/Transportation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Relevant college courses or degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database programs

Job description

Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter is seeking a Youth Care Specialist to supervise residents, support their daily activities, and promote safety and positive development. The role emphasizes building trustful relationships, coordinating with Case Managers and education staff, and adhering to shelter policies.

Shifts run Saturdays and Sundays from 3pm to 11pm. You will participate in trainings on child development, maintain professional boundaries, and help residents work toward personal goals