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Youth SpecialistBrightli • Cape Girardeau, MO, United States
Youth Specialist

Youth Specialist

Brightli • Cape Girardeau, MO, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description :

Job Title : Youth Specialist

Location : Cape Girardeau, MO

Employment Type : Part-time

Job Summary :

Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Youth Specialist, where you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of current and former foster youth. This role offers the opportunity to empower young individuals to achieve independence and self-sufficiency through tailored support and guidance. We are looking for someone who is dedicated, flexible, and passionate about helping youth navigate their unique challenges. Your skills in communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building will be essential in fostering a supportive environment for our youth.

As a Youth Specialist, you will provide essential services and financial assistance, conducting instructional and support activities based on each youth's individualized plan goals. You will facilitate the development of skills necessary for successful independent living, including education, vocational training, and daily living skills.

This position offers...

  • Compensation : $15 per hour
  • Employee Assistance Program - 24 / 7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
  • Mileage Reimbursement - Company paid for work functions requiring travel
  • Employee Discounts - Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
  • Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce

Key Responsibilities :

  • Treat all youth, referral sources, stakeholders, and team members with dignity and respect.
  • Adhere to all confidentiality, CARF, and contractual standards during provision of services.
  • Maintain flexibility in work availability, including evenings and weekends as necessary.
  • Develop and maintain a working knowledge related to serving youth and young adults, with specific expertise related to youth in foster care.
  • Collaborate with Family Support Teams to create and / or update plans for service using SNAP (strengths, needs, abilities, preferences) principles.
  • Assist youth and their Family Support Team to identify obstacles to living independently, obtaining employment, completing education, developing supportive social networks, and participating in recreational activities that need to be addressed in the service planning process.
  • Complete all initial Planning Profile and related documentation with youth and the Family Support Team.
  • Facilitate development of all required individualized service plans with each youth, to include contributing to the Individualized Action Plan (IAP) created by the Case Manager and Family Support Team.
  • Meet with each youth assigned as required by type of services (Chafee, Aftercare, TLSS).
  • Provide an active service, directly tied to IAP and service plan goals, each time meeting with youth.
  • Establish a supportive, professional relationship with each youth assigned.
  • Develop strategies, lessons, and / or curriculum necessary to facilitate achievement of / progress toward youths' individualized plan goals.
  • Assist youth with developing strategies and behaviors related to adult living such as meal planning, grocery shopping, budgeting, auto / lawn care, scheduling, and enhancing overall independence.
  • Serve as a community resource specialist for youth, families, and referral sources.
  • Assist leadership to maintain and update information related to available community resources beneficial for youth and stakeholders.
  • Facilitate mentoring opportunities for youth and assist them to develop a permanent connection with an adult in their community.
  • Assist and / or connect youth with resources for obtaining and maintaining employment as desired and defined within their service plan.
  • Provide financial information training and support to all youth, to include : checking credit scores, budgeting, saving, bill paying, and other related financial activities.
  • Transport youth as necessary related to carrying out goals and objectives identified on their individualized plan.
  • Solicit in-kind services and donations to assist youth with achieving personal and financial goals.
  • Facilitate financial assistance transactions and purchases aligned with service plan goals.
  • Track and document expenditures, collect receipts, and attempt to solicit donations prior to making purchases.
  • Serve as a chaperone for quarterly State Youth Advisory Board, conferences, and other meetings.
  • Assist with implementation of quarterly Local Youth Advisory Board meetings by organizing / attending meetings, transporting youth to / from meetings, and overall facilitation of meetings as assigned.
  • Assist with implementation of additional group activities provided by local offices by organizing / attending meetings, transporting youth to / from meetings, and overall facilitation of meetings as assigned.
  • Complete all required data entry within the required databases (PFH and FACES).
  • Complete daily, monthly, and activity-based reporting (visit logs, progress / expenditure / hours reporting, plans) as required for the specific services being performed.
  • Maintain frequent contact with referral sources for the purpose of discussing youth and identifying potential referrals into these or other PFH services.
  • Serve as an advocate for youth with their Family Support Team, community, employers, referral sources, and other stakeholders (schools, other social service agencies, healthcare, etc).
  • Promote the organization, services, and youth in a professional manner through participation in community events and awareness activities, collaboration efforts, and committees. This may include making presentations or public speaking.
  • Education, Experience, and / or Credential Qualifications :

  • A high school diploma or equivalent certificate is required; an associate's or bachelor's degree in an applicable field from an accredited institution is preferred.
  • Experience in foster care, education, employment services, case management, social services, or other applicable vocation is preferred.
  • Additional Qualifications :

  • Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse / neglect, and fingerprint check.
  • Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
  • All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
  • Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
  • Position Perks & Benefits :

    Paid time off : full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

    Employee benefits package : full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

    Top-notch training : initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

    Career mobility : advancement opportunities / promoting from within

    Welcoming, warm, supportive : a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

    Brightli is on a Mission :

    A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

    As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

    We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

    Firefly is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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