Youth Care Advocate Specialist - Oshkosh, United States - Winnebago County, Wisconsin

Winnebago County, Wisconsin

Verified Company

Oshkosh, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

DEPARTMENT:
Finance

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Recruitment will be ongoing
- _Employees enjoy the following benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, start accruing 25 days of PTO upon hire, and more_

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:

Provide direct care and services to the residents of Winnebago County DHS Shelter Care as directed by the Shelter care Supervisor.

Provide a safe, secure and positive environment. Complete necessary and required paperwork for all youth residents and the facility.

Act as a lead worker in providing guidance and assistance to other shelter care staff regarding all aspects of the shelter care facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provides direct care and services to all of the children and youth at the shelter care facility. Actively engage youth residents in educational, recreational, intellectual and life skills activities. Provides formal and informal groups, programming and learning opportunities. Encourages and supports resident positive prosocial behavior. Maintains the facility and daily operations. Ensures the basic needs of the youth are met, including but not limited to nutritional food preparation and medication monitoring. Purchases needed food and supplies; clean and organize the facility. Provide youth transportation to school, work, court, recreational activities and other appointments as needed.
Completes all paperwork as required by the agency and state licensing rules and regulations. Follows all agency and licensing rules and regulations of the facility. Performs intake and discharge processes. Observes and records behavior of the residents. Shares written and verbal information with appropriate parties. Completes and documents all required training within required timeframes.
As the lead worker, provides direction, assistance and guidance to Shelter Care Specialists in caring for the youth residents, maintaining the facility, completing all required processes, paperwork and documentation, and completing all required staff training. Models positive and appropriate interaction with children and youth. Develops and implements daily structure. Takes the lead with ordering materials and supplies, including groceries.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATION:

A high school education with a minimum of an Associates degree or 2 years of comparable post high school education, training or experience (paid or volunteer) that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to provide proper care to children/youth living in a temporary living environment who may be experiencing significant trauma. Preference given to individuals who have a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably in social work, psychology, or a related field.
Leadership experience is preferred.
Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license.
Must provide evidence of meeting or exceeding the minimum automobile liability insurance requirements contained in the Winnebago County Travel Ordinance.

COUNTY APPLICATION REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION:

Pay:
$ $26.18 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits: