What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Casework Intern position at The City Mission?
About us:
As a Christ centered organization, we are dedicated to reaching hearts and changing lives by caring for and empowering individuals experiencing homelessness in Cleveland. All employees at The City Mission (TCM) are ministers of the Gospel and are vital for the fulfillment of our mission: providing help and hope to all people through the transforming power of God’s love. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of TCM have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and agree with and abide by our Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Principles.
These core values represent our staff, and we will hire, reward, recognize, review, coach, and correct based on these core values:
- We are called to serve Christ and others
- We believe God transforms lives
- We commit to steward well
- We succeed by working together
- We care for every person knowing all are made in the image of God
Position Summary:
Assists in case management tasks, such as intakes, referrals, and meeting with youth and moms.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None
Essential Job Functions:
- Shadow and observe Youth Program Caseworker in intake assessments and meetings with youth.
- After a period of observation and training, will conduct intakes, assessments, teach SELF curriculum, and meet with youth to develop and create goals.
- Build quality, caring relationships with children and families to enhance the overall effectiveness of programming.
- Assist in the work of childcare and youth programming as needed, supervising recreational activities, planning special events, enforcing rules, developing relationships, leading activities, and ensuring safety.
- Perform data entry to record and compile data from childcare and youth programming for the monthly statistical report.
- Assist the Youth Program Caseworker in identifying resident needs and communicating resources.
- Assist in special project assignments as needed.
Skills/Abilities (required unless noted):
- Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative.
- Excellent communication skills with youth, parents, staff, volunteers, and interns.
- Ability to be patient and understanding when working with youth and interacting with parents.
- Experience working with youth is preferred.
- Ability to cope with a stressful environment.
