What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Specialist position at VQ?
Company Overview
VQ is a national comprehensive child, youth and family services organization. Our mission is to provide successful and effective services while adhering to the highest professional standards.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Bilingual Youth Care Worker to provide direct care supervision for youth residing in our designated residential program. This role is responsible for fostering a safe environment that facilitates learning and behavioral management in a supportive manner.
Main Responsibilities
Requirements
Educational Requirements
Qualifications
VQ is a national comprehensive child, youth and family services organization. Our mission is to provide successful and effective services while adhering to the highest professional standards.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Bilingual Youth Care Worker to provide direct care supervision for youth residing in our designated residential program. This role is responsible for fostering a safe environment that facilitates learning and behavioral management in a supportive manner.
Main Responsibilities
- Conduct intake and property inventory upon youth's arrival, including completion of paperwork, overview of program services, home and school facilities.
- Provide essential needs to youth such as meals, clothing, hygiene products, shower and bedroom assignments.
- Develop positive rapport with youth while serving as a role model to create a safe and caring environment.
- Assist with planning and coordination of special educational events, acculturation activities, holiday celebrations, recreational outings, school drop off/pick-ups, medical and dental appointments.
- Observe, report, and document identified behavior patterns and required information.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Organized with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Educational Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent degree.
- 1 year employment experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents in a social service setting, preferred but not required.
Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Must be Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Required to work a flexible schedule (evenings, weekends, holidays).
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Cleared background checks from appropriate entities.
- Must pass a drug test and physical.
- Able to obtain an FBI Level 1 clearance card, child abuse clearances, and state police background check.
