What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Advocate-Weekend Shift position at Children and Families First Delaware Inc?
Description
- Supervise and guide residents through daily routine/schedule utilizing the program’s Behavioral Modification practices.
- Counsel residents in appropriate living, social interaction, self care/personal hygiene, and related skills; crisis intervention counseling as needed, which may include using passive restraint techniques.
- Oversees conducting of homework and study hour periods; monitors use of library.
- May prepare meals and monitor/direct resident behavior and appropriate food selection during meals; utilize food and supplies according to inventory procedures.
- Document and chart resident performance and behavior, compile statistics and other documentation of resident performance and behavior.
- Participate in and guide resident participation in recreational therapy and creative arts therapy exercises and activities; assist in planning of such programs.
- Supervises and assists residents in any self-administration of medications as appropriate.
- Perform emergency drills as needed.
- Drive and escort residents to medical, dental, and other professional appointments.
- Monitor resident movement to and from school, and otherwise.
- Perform duties in accordance with program policies and procedures and utilize inventory, supplies, equipment, and program possessions appropriately.
- Part-time, 24 hours weekends with some benefits.
Benefits include:
- Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
- Tuition Assistance
- Life Insurance
- EAP Service
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field with one year of related work experience is desired; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the agency’s service population.
- Must have valid driver’s license, which meets the requirements of the agency’s insurance carrier.
- Must have at least forty hours of training per year to include Medication Administration, CPR, First Aid, Passive Physical Restraint, and Crisis Control Techniques.
- Previous counseling experience, preferably with adolescents.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and accurately.
