Youth Support Worker

Crossroads Programs; Riverton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nonprofit organization as a Youth Support Worker, supporting adolescent mothers in a residential program. The role involves building trusting relationships, offering parenting education, and coordinating life skills workshops to empower young mothers aged 14-21 facing homelessness.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401k, Life & Disability Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

DailyPay option

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in group settings required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with adolescent mothers.
• Provide guidance on parenting skills and personal development.
• Monitor and document residents' progress.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Crisis Intervention

Parenting Education

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Empowerment in Action : Join Us as a Youth Support Worker at Capable Adolescent Mother’s Home in Cinnaminson, NJ! The ideal candidate is professionally passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of adolescent mothers between the ages of 14 and 21 who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless.

Capable Adolescent Mothers (CAM) Home is a residential program designed to provide five adolescent mothers, between the ages 14 to 21 with a safe and stable living environment, parenting education, life skills training, educational support, and counselling services to help them build foundations for success. The little ones of our CAM residents also receive care and support, including early childhood education and developmental screenings. The goal is to empower young mothers to become self-sufficient and create a better future for themselves and their families.

Benefits Package :

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401k, Life & Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• We offer our team members DailyPay!
• Wellness Program & more

Responsibilities :

• Build trusting relationships with adolescent mothers, promoting a safe and supportive environment within the group home.
• Provide guidance and support in areas such as parenting skills, education, employment, financial management, and personal development.
• Collaborate with case managers, therapists, and other professionals to develop and implement individualized service plans.
• Assist in coordinating and facilitating life skills workshops, educational programs, and recreational activities for mothers.
• Teach and encourage responsible parenting practices, including infant care, nutrition, and child development.
• Monitor and document residents' progress, maintaining accurate records of their achievements, challenges, and any incidents.
• Ensure a safe and clean-living environment by conducting regular inspections and addressing maintenance needs promptly.
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary, following established protocols and ensuring the safety of all residents.

Qualifications :

• A high school or high school equivalent diploma and one year of experience working with youth in a group setting; OR
• An associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field that is unrelated to social work or psychology and six months’ experience working with youth in a group setting.

Other Requirements :

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must possess a valid driver’s license

WHO WE ARE : Crossroads Programs, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., is a nonprofit 501c3 behavioral health agency celebrating 40 years in service. We provide safe and supportive residential treatment opportunities and therapeutic services to empower youth ages 5 to 21.

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies.

Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy / childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.