Youth Development & Opportunity Navigator

SafeFutures Youth Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Group life insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Job summary

SafeFutures Youth Center in Seattle is seeking a Youth Development & Community Support Navigator to provide case management and guidance to 20–30 youth at risk of involvement with the juvenile system. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized service plans, and lead leadership development and employment readiness training.

This full-time role requires collaboration with families and schools, crisis management when needed, and strong documentation.

Qualifications

• BA Degree, preferably in social work, counseling, education or related social services field.
• 2 years of direct social service experience with low income BIPOC youth and families involved in the juvenile legal system; and/or professional experience providing any of the essential functions listed above.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, database entry, report drafting, etc.)
• Valid Washington State Driver License with a safe/clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Work with 20-30 youth who are currently involved or at-risk of being involved in the juvenile legal system, gangs, and/or academic failure.
• Work with youth and families who low-income, from communities of color between the ages of 14-24. Develop & lead peer group, employment training, leadership development workshops/activities based upon current and past issues which impact the youth
• Provide crisis management to address critical situations
• Conduct home visits, provide case management, individual and group counseling, referral, follow up, and family support. Involves direct communication with parents & youth.
• Contact or visit probation counselors, juvenile courts, teachers, and other related agencies.
• Complete thorough assessments and create individualized action plans for caseload youth.
• Maintain case files, evaluation records, computerized information systems, and other related paperwork.
• Engage the juvenile legal system through various meetings, presentations, and collaborative efforts to inform, promote, and contribute to the cause of racial equity, social justice, cultural responsiveness, and restorative community solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Driving license

Education

BA Degree, preferably in social work, counseling, education or related social services field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database entry

Report drafting

Job description

SafeFutures Youth Center in Seattle is seeking a Youth Development & Community Support Navigator to provide case management and guidance to 20–30 youth at risk of involvement with the juvenile system. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized service plans, and lead leadership development and employment readiness training.

This full-time role requires collaboration with families and schools, crisis management when needed, and strong documentation.