Youth Worker

Description

SUMMARY

Responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing activities for children and youth residing at Sarahs Hope, Mount Street. Links children to necessary community and/or school-based services. Assures that necessary client (child) supervision is provided, and attends to client (children) crises necessary and appropriate.

PRIMARY DUTIES

1. Develop a weekly plan and routine for children and youth that includes developmentally appropriate activities including regular snack time, homework/tutoring assistance, and enrichment activities.
2. Prepare a plan for the implementation of each activity for children and youth, and directly facilitate activities as necessary.
3. Provide direction, supervision, and support to all volunteers and community partners assisting with youth activities.
4. Supervise children and youth during program hours to ensure safety of young people at all times and ensure adherence to the rules and principles of Sarahs Hope.
5. Ensure the enrollment of all school-age children into school, arrange for transportation to school as necessary, and act as liaison to the public-school system.
6. Provide linkages to children and youth in the areas of education, health, and mental health, and assist parents in identifying appropriate day care resources for pre-school children.
7. Ensure the enrollment of all age-appropriate children into summer camp.

SECONDARY DUTIES

1. Advises/informs Case Manager regarding trends, needs and problems associated with youth, and works with the Case Manager and the parent to identify appropriate intervention
2. Keeps appropriate documentation of services/interventions, collects data as needed and submits to director.
3. Acts as back-up coverage to the shift monitor as necessary.
4. Creates an atmosphere of care and respect for the clients

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

1. Assists the Director in representing the mission and interest of Sarahs Hope in accordance with St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore to various groups, organizations, and service providers.
2. Assists with and attends special events held by the Center and St. Vincent de Paul as necessary.
3. Upholds the vision, mission and values of St. Vincent de Paul.

1. Attends all staff meetings and other meetings as directed.
2. Supports a welcoming and positive environment for volunteers and works with them effectively.
3. Performs other duties as requested by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

1. High School education or equivalent.
2. Hands-on experience with youth, particularly at-risk populations.
3. Ability to relate in a courteous, comfortable, non-judgmental manner with persons from all ethnic, socio-economic, and religious backgrounds.
4. Understanding and respect for confidentiality.
5. Desire and ability to work as a team member.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Environmental conditions:

_X__Primarily Indoor Work _____Primarily Outdoor work

1. Type of work:
   _____SEDENTARY WORK: Lifting 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying small articles and occasional walking and standing.

_____LIGHT WORK: Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. It involves sitting most of the time with a degree of pushing/pulling of arm/or leg controls.

__X__MEDIUM WORK: Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects up to 25 pounds.

_____HEAVY WORK: Lifting 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects no more than 50 pounds.

Qualifications

Salary : $15 - $16