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Job description
Overview
nOur Commitment to EquityThe Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.
nJob Summary
nSupports low-income youth and young adults who may have experience in foster care, homelessness, disconnection from school, juvenile justice and/or other systems in developing the skills to live independently. Provides specialized support to youth and young adults in education, job readiness/employment, housing, or other designated field. Develops strong collaborative community relationships and provides extensive information and referral services. Creates a welcoming and supportive environment at the YMCA.
nThis position is with the Y Social Impact Center, the social services division of the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS), serving around 5,000 youth, young adults, and families every year in communities across King County, Pierce County, and various counties across WA. Through our programs we aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; establishing stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center’s programs include homelessness prevention, housing, behavioral health, crisis response, foster care licensing, violence prevention, and employment. Since many of the young people we serve have been involved in the foster care, criminal justice, behavioral health, and/or homelessness systems, we truly value relatable lived experience of our staff and those applying for our positions as an asset.
nPosition Type/Expected Hours of Work
nOn-call shifts will primarily be weekend and overnight shifts. Must be able to pick-up 3 overnight or weekend shifts per week. Must be able to work in Seattle and/or Tacoma housing sites.
nWhat You Will Get From Working at The Y
nnnMembership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
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nnMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
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nnRetirement with generous employer contributions
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nnFree access to mental health resources
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nnRapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
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nnDiscounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs. 25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff
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n nnSome benefits only available to full-time staff
n nHiring Range: $24.50 – $27.50/hour
nResponsibilities
nnnProvides specialized services to youth and young adults in education, employment/career development, housing, technology, or other designated field and supports them in achieving their goals.Build strong relationships with Y program participants to effectively provide quality services.
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nnDevelops individualized, strengths-based, youth-driven service plans.
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nnMust understand contract/grant terms and conditions to ensure program outcome requirements are met and services rendered to young adults appropriately.
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nnResearches best practices in field; creates and maintains specialized resource library.
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nnMaintains clear, professional, timely participant contact notes, service plans, progress updates, outcomes, and other documentation in designated databases.
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nnTeaches life skills, job readiness or other subject matter individually and/or in groups, often experientially.
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nnTeams effectively and collaboratively with YMCA staff and/or community partners to plan and facilitate activities, including visits to related resources in the community.
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nnBuilds and maintains collaborative relationships with funding liaisons, other service providers, businesses and/or educational institutions as related to specialized services.
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nnSupports participant success in key domains such as safe and stable housing, permanent connections to supportive adults, education and employment, health and well-being, and life skills.
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nnMay assist with program coordination or other activities related to job focus.
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nnParticipates in YMCA annual fundraising campaign to engage community members in volunteerism and philanthropic support for the Y mission.
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n nnReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
n nCode of Conduct for Applicants (
nAll employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.
nResponsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.
nQualifications
nnnBachelor's degree* in psychology, social work or related social services field or equivalent experience, Masters preferred. Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
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nnExperience working with teens or young adults in employment, foster care, group care, housing, education, juvenile justice, anti-poverty, vocational support, mental health, chemical dependency and/or homelessness fields.
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nnAbility to teach effective independence skills for a variety of learning styles and to plan supportive activities.
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nnStrong youth engagement and relationship-building skills.
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nnStrong verbal and written communication skills.
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nnBasic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
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nnAbility to transport self and client(s) in a safe and effective manner, and to meet clients at community locations; proof of adequate vehicle insurance coverage is required, or ability to travel to areas without public transportation.
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nnCurrent state approved First Aid and CPR certification.**
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nnCurrent approved HIV blood borne pathogens training.**
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nnPrefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
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n nnSome Case Manager positions required Bachelor's degree or higher.
n n** Within 30 days of employment or first available training.
nYou'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:
nnnThrive on working in a collaborative environment.
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nnAre very adaptable.
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nnHave high ownership and strong work ethic.
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nnAre a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
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nnTruly enjoy being of service to people.
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nnLike being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.
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nnWant to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.
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n nOUR MISSION
nBuilding a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.
nOUR VALUES
nnnRespect
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nnResponsibility
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nnHonesty
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nnCaring
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nnPassion for Excellence
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n nYGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment . Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.
nWe are a drug & alcohol-free workplace. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system. All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check.
nIf you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to
Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
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