What are the responsibilities and job description for the ADOLECENT EMPOWERMENT SPECIALIST VOICES position at JusticeWorks?
FULL TIME ADOLECENT EMPOWERMENT SPECIALIST VOICES - ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PA.
Family Resource Specialist
KidsFirst! In everything we do, the needs and concerns of youth and families are our fundamental concern. Our core principle is to do “whatever it takes” to help youth and families in our care achieve success. JusticeWorks provides innovative programs that identify and build on youths and families’ strengths. We create srtructure to positively redirect their lives. We help youth become good citizens and assist their families to resolve their problems and to be supportive of their children.
JusticeWorks is dedicated to empowering survivors of human trafficking through trauma-informed support, advocacy, and resources. Our VOICES Program provides adolescent girls and young women, who have survived human trafficking, with the tools they need to heal, rebuild, and thrive. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Adolescent Empowerment Specialist to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of survivors. If you are passionate about social services, child welfare and juvenile justice, and are fluent in both English and Spanish, we encourage you to apply today!
JusticeWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The qualified Adolescent Empowerment Specialist will:
- Provide direct support, case management, and advocacy for survivors of human trafficking
- Interact with youth on a one-on-one basis providing individual instruction as deemed necessary per their life plan and living situation to transition to self-sufficiency through exploration of education, career, vocational, employment, daily living skills, fiscal and budgeting, substance abuse and prevention activities.
- Transport youth in personal vehicle to youth homes, placement locations, foster homes, class sites, etc.
The qualified Adolescent Empowerment Specialist will have:
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and access to a vehicle.
- Pass current, applicable clearances.
- Pass pre-employment, post-offer drug screening.
- Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.
The qualified Adolescent Empowerment Specialist will receive the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Wellness Program.
- 401K with company match.
- Company paid life insurance.
- Company paid short term and long-term disability.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Company paid holidays and paid time off.
- Employee referral bonus clearance reimbursement and renewal.
