Youth Engagement Specialist

Gulf Coast JFCS; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week

PTO 15 days per year

13 paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Healthcare concierge

Financial wellness program

Dependent care flexible spending acct

403b with 25% match

Life/AD&D insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Training & development opportunities

Pet, legal, and identity theft

Job summary

Gulf Coast JFCS in Florida is seeking a field-based social service professional to deliver in-person responses within contractual timeframes, assess client needs, and develop coordinated supports for youth and families. You will connect with schools, the Department of Corrections, and other providers to arrange referrals and follow-up as needed.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in social work or related field, 2 years of field experience preferred, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related area from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years’ experience in field-based social work or related human services field preferred.
• Knowledge of child development preferred.
• Competent in using Microsoft Office applications.
• Verbal de-escalation skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in high-stress situations.
• Ability to work with individuals who exhibit physically and/or verbally aggressive behaviors.
• Use of personal vehicle to transport clients as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Provide an in-person response, as required, and within the timeframes designated by contractual requirements
• Identify strengths, limitations, risk factors, and needs, using the required assessment tool, to develop a Support Plan and coordination of services
• Provide referral and follow-up to appropriate community resources as deemed appropriate to meet youth and families’ needs
• Coordinate with schools, the Department of Corrections, the Juvenile Justice Department, and other community providers
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal de-escalation

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Organized and detail-oriented

Valid driver’s license

Lift 50 pounds

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

What You Will Do

• Provide an in-person response, as required, and within the timeframes designated by contractual requirements
• Identify strengths, limitations, risk factors, and needs, using the required assessment tool, to develop a Support Plan and coordination of services
• Provide referral and follow-up to appropriate community resources as deemed appropriate to meet youth and families’ needs
• Coordinate with schools, the Department of Corrections, the Juvenile Justice Department, and other community providers
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Available Shift

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

What We Offer

• $24.04 per hour
• Four-day work week
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal, and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related area of study from an accredited college or university
• Two (2) years’ experience in field-based social work or related human services field preferred
• Knowledge of child development preferred
• Competent in using Microsoft Office applications
• Verbal de-escalation skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in high-stress situations
• Ability to work with individuals who exhibit physically and/or verbally aggressive behaviors
• Use of personal vehicle to transport clients as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance coverage.

Who We Are

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor’s and Master’s level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers’ compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements:

It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization’s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.