Foundation of HOPE Youth Diversion Program Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The person filling this position will be responsible for working with low-level, non-violent youth who reside or commit an offense in or near communities throughout the city of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County. The Youth Diversion Program Specialist will assist and complete follow up phone calls to the participant to schedule an intake/assessment within twenty-four hours of being referred.

The Youth Diversion Program Specialist will work to ensure that the participants remain engaged and assist them with challenges and barriers they may encounter while navigating through the continuum of diversion supports and services.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee a caseload of youth participants.
• Assesses and develops goal oriented and time limited-service plans to address identified

needs.

• Provide screening, assessments, orientation to the program and referrals as needed.
• Meet with the participant weekly to monitor compliance with their Diversion agreement.
• Secures, coordinates and monitors necessary services for individuals involving

appropriate professional and paraprofessional staff in programs, through provider

agencies, and other community resources.

• Collaborate with law enforcement, probation officers, the district attorney’s office, and community service providers.
• Identifies, through case management and/or intake services, the full range of individual

needs which include medical, psychosocial, vocational, familial and daily living spheres.

• Make and track referrals to other community agencies for each participant in file and database.
• Attend required weekly and monthly meetings and participate in relevant community initiatives and collaborative efforts.
• Documents contacts and services, maintains files and data for reporting purposes.
• Prepare and submit accurate monthly reports.
• Demonstrate a clear knowledge of the agency’s established policies and procedures, objectives and quality assurance as measured by case and file reviews with the supervisor.
• Design and implement youth diversion prevention and awareness programs for the

public including schools, community groups, businesses, parents, local government and

the recovery community; serves as a community consultant.

• Assist in the development of a Youth Advisory Committee.

• Community Outreach:
• Assist in the development and presentation of educational crime prevention programs relating to delinquency, gangs and substance abuse among youth.
• Actively participate in community and outreach events focused on youth services for marketing the FOH and relationship building with community partners.
• Work collaboratively and maintain regular communication with local law enforcement officials.

• Compliance
• Comply with the Foundation of HOPE's personnel policies, standards, and procedures.
• Personally exemplify the values and the mission of HOPE
• Agree to sign a confidentiality agreement regarding all aspects of client, staff, and HOPE information.
• Maintain professionalism in communication, personal interactions, and attire.

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Strong project management skills
• Knowledge of the non-profit and human services landscape and referral networks
• Ability to manage complex and multi-faced programming that creates measurable successes.
• Skilled in assessments, goal setting, and tracking measurable outcomes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills—ability to effectively communicate with multiple stakeholders, write impactful narratives, and market the program well.
• Administratively strong to complete all needed paperwork and reports in a timely manner.

• Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in human or social services or related field preferred.
• At least two years of supervised experience in case management or a related field working with high-risk youth and or young youth populations. Must have a knowledge of the nonprofit and human service landscape and referral networks and must be culturally competent.
• Must be able to obtain all applicable clearances.
• Valid State Driver’s License and insurance.

Interested Candidates should email a resume and cover letter to Jayla Jones at jjones@foundationofhope.org

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15212 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15212: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person