What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shelter Youth Care Worker -PT position at Ain Dah Yung Our Home Shelter?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : Position Overview :
Rotating Weekends Sat & Sun 3pm-11pm
We are seeking a part time Youth Care Worker to provide direct care to at-risk youth both Saturday and Sunday rotating every other weekend at the Ain Dah Yung Center’s Emergency Shelter. Emergency Shelter services include emergency short-term shelter, crisis intervention, case and systems advocacy, information and referrals, access to medical / dental care, counseling, and community education to Indigenous youth from ages 5-17 who are homeless, runaway, in a family crisis, or involved with juvenile corrections. Position reports to Shelter manager. Payrate starting at $19.50 / hour.
SALARY : DOE. HOURS : Part Time. Friday, Saturday hours 11pm- 7am Overnights. May be asked to occasionally work other shifts. Flexibility required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Direct supervision and trauma-informed support to youth shelter residents.
- Assisting with planning and facilitating weekend activities for residents, talking circles engagement and table time while applying harm reduction behavior management techniques.
- Assist with screening referrals, conducting intakes and discharges.
- Provide transportation and supervision at events.
- Accompany residents to appointments.
- Medication administration when required.
- Meal preparation, cleaning, and light maintenance.
Requirements : Qualifications :
At ADYC We offer for FT staff
You must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ain Dah Yung Center (ADYC) is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value our employees for their unique talents and abilities. ADYC’s leadership is devoted to continuing to nurture our positive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. All employees are valued for their individual differences and the unique contributions that help us achieve our mission. We are committed to our employees’ dignity and well-being and make every effort to provide all employees with a safe and professional work environment. ADYC strives to treat its employees fairly, with respect, and to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and other offensive or unprofessional behavior. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in backgrounds and experiences. Come walk with us!
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