Youth Care Specialist
Greenville
Pendleton Place
Greenville
Date Available
Tue Jul 19 2022 23:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Application Due
Wed Aug 31 2022 23:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Part-Time/Temporary
Hourly Wage
14.00-18.00
How to Apply
To apply for this position visit: https://pendletonplace.org/who-we-are/join-our-team/ to complete the application.
Position Description
To apply for this position visit: https://pendletonplace.org/who-we-are/join-our-team/ to complete the application.
Pendleton Place Emergency Youth Shelter (EYS) provides a combination of shelter-based services to both children (under 18) and young adults (18-24) experiencing some form of homelessness and crisis. The EYS offers shelter, food, clothing, educational support, life skills training, and counseling services to runaway and homeless youth, under the age of 18, who have left home without permission of their parents or guardians; have been forced to leave their home; cannot live safely with a parent, legal guardian, or relative; have no other safe alternative living arrangement; or other homeless youth who might otherwise end up in contact with law enforcement or in the child welfare, mental health, or juvenile justice systems. The focus of the EYS for minors is enhancing outcomes in the areas of social and emotional well-being, permanent connections, education, employment, and stable housing. It is built upon the principles of Positive Youth Development
(PYD) and trauma-informed care. The EYS also offers overnight shelter services to young adults 18-24 who are experiencing homelessness and need a safe, supportive place to sleep and connect to other services that will move them toward housing permanence.
Position Summary
Youth Care Specialists provide direct, trauma-informed care (“on the floor”) to EYS clients. Youth Care Specialists are required to complete a minimum of fourteen (14) hours of field-related training yearly provided on the job through Pendleton Place. Each YCS is tasked with ensuring the comfort and safety of all clients at all times, enforcing all policies and shelter guidelines. Preparing and serving meals and snacks is essential. For minor residents, the YCS also monitors educational activities, assists with daily routines, assists with screenings and intakes, and delivers services that enhance emotional, physical, and social well-being. Any YCS may be asked to assist in efforts in acquiring and managing household supplies, including groceries, and they coordinate with a Lead YCS on menu/meal planning. The YCS may be scheduled to work weekdays and weekends as needed to meet the staffing needs of a 24-hour shelter staffing model.
Essential Functions of Position
• Daily Shelter Operations
o Carry out the monthly activity calendar and participate in shelter communication efforts (bulletin boards, signs, meetings, emails, etc.)
o Assist with shelter intakes, discharges, and care planning; coordinate with Safe Place staff on emergency placements
o Monitor the environment for resident safety and warning signs of youth trafficking, substance use, flight risks, etc.
o Ensure a well-maintained, sanitary, and equipped residential facility
o Supervise learning activities, support schooling objectives, and coordinate a structured and consistent learning environment for all shelter clients
o Shop for groceries and supplies in coordination with management’s planned menus and needs; support all household meal planning efforts in accordance with nutritional guidelines
o Monitor educational, medical and hygiene needs, and teach independent living skills to prepare youth for transitioning out of foster care
o Always supervise youth & minors during awake hours, as appropriate for their identified needs
o Participate in developing and scheduling youth activities, meal plans, chores, etc.; ensure all youth adhere to the daily schedule of routine care and activities o Understand and appropriately implement the use of Agency behavioral tools and policies
(e.g. TCI, ICMP, Shelter Operations Handbook)
o Remain proficient in use of Agency software maintaining accurate and complete documentation, files and forms
o Actively participate in regularly scheduled case staffings when asked to attend
o Monitor Shelter Calendar daily for scheduled activities and plan accordingly o Coordinate transportation of youth to all scheduled activities and appointments
o Routinely inform Assistant Director of needed supplies, repairs, etc.
o Provide Assistant Director with timely documentation of observed behaviors to enable appropriate case management decisions
o Demonstrate an understanding of working with traumatized youth and trauma-based behaviors and be prepared to engage in short-term conferencing as needed.
o Distribute medication and document information accurately in medication log
o Demonstrate the ability to utilize de-escalation techniques and emergency safety interventions
o Demonstrate effective time management skills
o Perform other duties as required
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
• Ability to follow written and oral directions
• Physical ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion and ability to work with diverse clients
• Willingness/ability to treat all clients and staff with respect and dignity
• Ability to be outdoors in cold and/or heat for active participation for recreational engagement with the children
• Ability to understand, enjoy, and be comfortable engaging with youth
• Ability to serve as a role model for all residents
• Satisfactory physical examination, TB test, criminal history check, driving record, and background check including the Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry, Sex Offenders Registry, and Motor Vehicle Department
• Possess valid South Carolina driver’s license
Desired Qualifications
• Education and/or training in human services, child welfare, or youth services
• Experience in working with children experiencing homelessness or other traumas
• Experience working in residential settings
Skills and Requirements