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Overview
nOur Commitment to Equity The 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
nThis position will actively develop and coordinate engaging programming at Arlington Drive that supports young adults in building independence and life skills. The position will lead outreach efforts, build and maintain community partnerships, and identify new resources, activities, and community-based learning experiences for residents. Through hands-on learning and small-group activities, this role will connect young adults to real-world experiences, community resources, and opportunities that support their individual goals. Provides program coordination, operational support and leads staff trainings for the Arlington Program. Assists program directors in advancing program and operational goals. Provides program participants with a welcoming and supportive environment.
nThis position is at the Social Impact Center Y, the social services branch of YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS). The mission of the Social Impact Center Y is to accelerate young people’s ability to build safe, successful, and happy lives. Every year, we serve 5,000 children, youth, young adults, and families across King County with programs that 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; ensuring stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center Y’s programs include housing, behavioral health, foster care licensing, violence prevention, education, and employment. Many of the young people we serve have had involvement in the foster care, criminal justice system, and/or homelessness systems.
nWhat you'll 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) available immediately upon hire
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nnDiscounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs
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n nHiring Range: $ /hr
nSchedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm with occasional earlier mornings/later evenings based on program need.
nResponsibilities
nnnTeams effectively and collaboratively with YMCA staff and/or community partners to plan and facilitate activities and events including visits to related resources in the community. Supports life skills, job readiness, and other educational programming as needed through individualized support, small-group activities, and community-based learning experiences.
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nnProvides training, coaching, consultation, and support to Arlington Case Managers in planning and facilitating onsite events, small-group life skills classes, and community-based learning experiences; monitors participation and outcomes through data and reporting to strengthen program effectiveness
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nnWork with Program Director(s) and other internal teams to further develop the Arlington Program
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nnEstablish new program activities and expand opportunities within the community.
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nnCo-facilitate weekly team meetings with Tacoma Housing Authority and YMCA staff to ensure program goals are met and that information is disseminated.
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nnProvides specialized services to young adults in education, employment/career development, housing, technology or other designated field and supports them in achieving their goals.
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nnBuild strong relationships with Y program participants to effectively provide quality services.
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nnSeeks new strategic opportunities to grow YGS’ housing and homelessness services in Pierce County
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nnLeads the opportunities for young adult voice into programming, including feedback on services at Arlington Drive Apartments
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nnSupports program director(s) in ensuring high-quality service delivery, contract compliance and outcome achievement; must understand contract/grant terms and conditions.
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nnResearch 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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nnBuilds and maintains collaborative relationships with other service providers, businesses and/or educational institutions related to specialized services in Pierce County.
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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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nnProvide on site leadership in Program Director(s) absence, to include being on the on-call rotation.
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nnSupervise and support case managers through ongoing coaching, guidance, and oversight to ensure effective participant engagement and service delivery.
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nnProvides case management services to a small caseload of up to five residents, supporting individualized goals, engagement, and connections to community resources.
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nnTracks and maintains data on resident utilization of program resources and opportunities, including bus passes, food pantry services, events, community activities, and other supportive resources, to monitor engagement and inform program development.
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nnOther duties as assigned.
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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 social work, education, psychology, sociology, or related field or other equivalent experience. 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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nnMinimum three years of experience working with teens or young adults in 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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nnComfortable leading and presenting training sessions to other teams online or in person.
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nnStrong youth engagement and relationship-building skills.
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nnStrong verbal and written communication skills, including skills in coaching and giving/receiving feedback.
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nnStrong organizational skills.
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nnBasic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
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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 nnn Within 30 days of employment or first available training. nn
n nAdditional Preferred Qualifications:
nnMinimum one year of experience supervising employees or full-time interns, volunteers or national service members (AmeriCorps, etc.).
n nAuthorized Driver Requirement
nThis role transports clients as an “authorized driver” for the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS) using your own vehicle ( proof of current auto insurance and vehicle registration are required ). Driving duties for this role are Required.* Driving roles are safety-sensitive . To become an authorized driver, you must be 21+, have possessed a driver's license for at least 3 years, and pass a drug screen that will test for impairing substances (including marijuana) in addition to meeting the driving record standards below:
nYGS Driving Record Standards
nWithin the last three (3) years: No more than two (2) vehicle related suspension(s) and/or reinstatement(s). No more than two (2) moving violations and/or accidents. Moving violations include, but are not limited to, the following:
nnnSpeeding
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nnImproper Lane Change
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nnFailure to Yield in Right-of-Way
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nnFailure to Obey Traffic Signal
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nnFailure to obey Traffic Sign
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n nWithin the last five (5) years: No Major Violations which include, but are not limited to, the following:
nnnDUI, DWI, OUI, OWI, BUI (Boating), Administrative Per Se, or Refusing to Test
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nnDriving with an open container of alcohol
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nnReckless Driving
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nnHit and Run – property damage only (Incidents involving injury fall under Permanent Disqualification)
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nnRacing
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nnDriving with a suspended/revoked license/insurance
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nnSpeeding over 20 mph
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nnFleeing and/or eluding police
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nnAny other felony driving conviction(s)
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n nDriving records that result in Permanent disqualification from driving duties:
nnnMore than 3 DUI, DWI, OUI, OWI, BUI, Administrative Per Se, or Refusing to Test for entirety of driving history.
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nnMore than 3 Driving with a suspended/revoked license
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nnHit and Run resulting in bodily injury or death
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nnManslaughter/felony death by motor vehicle
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n n*Due to state-specific reporting requirements in our driver management system, we are not currently able to enroll California Driver's License holders as Authorized Drivers.
n*The YMCA of Greater Seattle will conduct individualized assessments of applicant criminal histories
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 nAt the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.
nBecome a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities.
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; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.
nIf you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to
nMISSION STATEMENT:
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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Worksite address
tacoma, WA, 98417, US
Who can apply
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