Youth Worker

Project Hospitality; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Youth Worker to join their team. This role involves ensuring client safety and providing direct care services in a supportive environment. You will engage with youth, assist them in developing vital independent living skills, and ensure the safety of the facility. If you have a passion for helping others and the ability to communicate effectively, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young individuals. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering growth and stability for those in need.

Qualifications

• Experience working with homeless youth and substance abuse populations.
• Certification in Fire Guard or Fire Safety Coordinator required.

Responsibilities

• Engage and counsel clients in the Transitional Living Program.
• Make security rounds and document findings.
• Assist clients in developing independent living skills.

Skills

Communication Skills

Client Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Independent Living Skills Development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some College

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Summary

The Youth Worker will be responsible for ensuring client safety, providing direct care services, and maintaining building safety during all shift hours at our 24-hour youth services, transitional residence program.

Responsibilities

• Engage and counsel clients staying in the Transitional Living Program.
• Make security rounds of building and document all findings.
• Provide client intervention and stabilization services.
• Determine any immediate needs and link clients to appropriate services.
• Meal preparation, oversee kitchen use, supervise snack and meal periods, and supervise client clean-up.
• Assist clients in developing independent living skills through one-on-one and weekly independent living group sessions.
• Make regular entries in staff communication logs according to policy/procedure.
• Ensure proper charting of all client information on a timely basis.
• Participate in weekly supervision and all team meetings.

Requirements/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; some college preferred.
• Fire Guard and/or Fire Safety Coordinator certification is required within three months of hire.
• Experience working with homeless youth, MICA, and/or substance abuse populations. Ability to establish workload priorities and manage diverse projects.
• Exceptional communication skills both orally and in writing regarding complex and sensitive issues or regulations.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other