Youth Advocate Ii - Seaford, United States - Children and Families First Delaware Inc

Children and Families First Delaware Inc

Verified Company

Seaford, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Supervise and guide residents through daily routine/schedule utilizing the program's Behavioral Modification practices.
Counsel residents in appropriate living, social interaction, self care/personal hygiene, and related skills; crisis intervention counseling as needed, which may include using passive restraint techniques.
In absence of Program Manager or Youth Advocate Supervisor supervising the shift, assumes the role of reporting agent to appropriate authorities for runaways, legal system involvement, and medical emergencies, as required.
Participate in oncall, on rotation.
Oversees conducting of homework and study hour periods; monitors use of library.
Document and chart resident performance and behavior.
Participate in and guide resident participation in recreational therapy and creative arts therapy exercises and activities; assist in planning of such programs.
May prepare meals and monitor/direct resident behavior and appropriate food selection during meals; utilize food and supplies according to inventory procedures.
Communicate with staff both in writing (Communication Log) and verbally as to daily situations and occurrences; update progress notes regarding individual residents; extract appointments from the Appointment Calendar to list in Communication Log (overnight shift).
Supervise and assist residents in any selfadministration of medications as appropriate.
Perform duties in accordance with program policies and procedures and utilize inventory, supplies, equipment, and program possessions appropriately.
Maintain agency standards regarding confidentiality, quality, and productivity.
Serve on staff committees as assigned and/or approved

Full-time with benefits
Benefits include:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
Tuition Assistance
401 (k) plan.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field with one year of related work experience is desired; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the agency's service population.
Must have valid drivers license which meets agency's insurance requirements.
Must have at least forty hours of training per year to include Medication Administration, CPR, First Aid, Passive Physical Restraint, and Crisis Control Techniques.
Previous counseling experience, preferably with adolescents.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and accurately.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds (client therapeutic holds)