Youth Specialist Overnight (Thrive)

Valley Youth House; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking an Overnight Thrive Youth Specialist to empower youth and families through inclusive programming. This role involves providing quality supervision, engaging with clients, and supporting their development in a safe environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Human Services and experience with adolescents. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to fostering growth and independence among young individuals. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Disability Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Health and Wellness Programs

Referral Program

Extensive Orientation Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services preferred with experience in youth programs.
• Strong judgment and knowledge of adolescent behavior required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to clients during assigned shifts.
• Ensure safety and compliance with regulations while engaging clients.

Skills

Adolescent Development Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Creative Thinking

Flexibility

Sound Judgment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Google Suite

Job description

Valley Youth House is a nonprofit organization that empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. Valley Youth House works from a Trauma Informed / Healing Centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development, and cultural awareness into all aspects of our agency. The agency is committed to ensuring that clients and staff feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and are empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.

Why Join Us?

• We offer a competitive compensation package with paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits.
• Enroll in our 401(k)-retirement plan and enjoy a company match up to 6% to secure your financial future.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Take advantage of our pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA).
• Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team.
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth.
• An extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

Essential Functions for Overnight Thrive Youth Specialist:

• To provide quality supervision to assigned clients during assigned shifts, evenings, overnights, and weekends. This includes being on-site, engaging clients, planning activities and supporting client life skills, successfully engage clients in implementing their individual plan and using positive youth development, trauma informed and culturally appropriate frameworks.
• Oversee site maintenance/cleanliness in compliance with program, county, state and federal regulations and private grant requirements, as applicable; responsible for timely submission of follow-up paperwork.
• Address and report any crisis or critical incident as defined by agency and/or county, state, or federal regulations according to the agency's formalized practice and protocols, including completing preliminary safety plans.
• Attend both external and internal agency training and workshops; complete and pass all required training hours and annual training as set forth in the funder and licensing regulations.
• Ensure safety of youth, staff and facility by completing youth observations every 15 minutes during overnight hours and being present on assigned floor 90% of the time while youth are asleep, 100% of the time while youth are awake.

Qualifications for the Overnight Thrive Youth Specialist:

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Human Services preferred, combined with one year of experience working with adolescents is preferred, lived experience will be considered.
• An individual 21 years of age or older, with the ability to identify with and adapt to the goals and philosophies of the independent living program. Candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
• Possess sound judgment and knowledge of adolescent development and behavior.
• Display organizational skills and highly adept at managing multiple tasks and assignments.
• Successful team members are creative thinkers, are flexible in their approaches to people and projects, and are capable of working with diverse groups of the population.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license including vehicle insurance and inspection on any vehicle used for daily work and transportation of clients.
• Must receive a passing score on annual motor vehicle clearance to be eligible to operate agency vehicles.
• Ability to navigate stairs is highly preferred (as some locations are not always handicap accessible).
• Proficient in computer knowledge & skills (i.e. Microsoft Windows software); familiarity with the Google Suite is desired.
• Never have been convicted of any prohibited criminal or child abuse offense.

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. X Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. X Occasionally
• Moving from one worksite to another X Occasionally
• Ability to navigate stairs. X Constantly

*If eligible: Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k Benefits and employer match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition assistance, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.