Location: Belleville, IL
Company: Hoyleton Youth And Family Services
can also get great benefits such as health, dental, vision, a health savings account (HSA), life insurance, an employer-paid short-term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% company match, an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, paid parental leave, lunches, employee appreciation, annual retreats, and continuing education.
ARE YOU A GOOD FIT FOR THIS JOB? This position has multiple shifts available, depending on the specific vacancy. Day, evening, and night shifts are available. As a Youth Care Worker, you play a vital role on our frontlines. Under the guidance of your supervisor, you will be responsible for implementing daily therapeutic programming
that promotes independence among the youth we serve. You'll serve as a mentor, teaching and exemplifying healthy life skills, social skills, and coping mechanisms.
Whether through educational activities or recreational fun, you'll facilitate engaging experiences that promote learning and enjoyment. Drawing upon your training in our CARE practice model and the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) system, you'll create a safe, positive, and therapeutic environment. Understanding the trauma histories and triggers of each individual, you'll develop the ability to anticipate crises and utilize de-escalation techniques. The safety and well-being of our residents, both physically and emotionally,
will always be your top priority. Working with youth in such a constructive environment is incredibly rewarding, and we can't wait for you to join our team!
If you can do this and meet the following requirements, you might be a perfect fit! 21 years of age or older High school diploma or equivalent Ability and willingness to learn the CARE practice model and TCI system as well as apply their principles Love for mentoring youth A bachelor's degree in human services and related experience is preferred but not required. ABOUT US We are a faith-based organization, founded upon the social justice heritage of the United Church of Christ. Since our founding in 1895, we have grown to be one of Southern Illinois' leaders in providing emotional and mental health services for every stage of youth and family development.
Our mission is to enable all people, young and old alike, to realize the wholeness of life that God intends. Our team of professionals is energized daily because they have the opportunity to bring positive change to someone's life. In fact, " changing lives" is in everyone's job description. We also offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a positive work culture. OUR TEAM NEEDS YOU! If this sounds like the right job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team.
We make it incredibly easy with our initial 3-minute application. We look forward to hearing from you! Job Posted by Applicant Pro
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on experience along with a fun, celebratory culture with a yearly employee retreat. Full-time employees are also eligible for a full range of benefits including: Health Dental Vision Health savings account (HSA) 403(b) retirement plan Paid holidays Paid time off (PTO) Paid short term disability Paid parental leave Employee assistance program (EAP) Life insurance Continuing education Tuition reimbursement If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to get started in human services, apply today!
ABOUT HOYLETON YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES We are a faith-based organization, founded upon the social justice heritage of the United Church of Christ. Since our founding in 1895, we have grown
to be one of southern Illinois' leaders in providing emotional and mental health services for every stage of youth and family development. We offer a wide variety of programs, including foster care, counseling, residential, and community programs.
Our mission is to enable all people, young and old alike, to realize the wholeness of life that God intends. Our team of professionals is energized daily because they have the opportunity to bring positive change to someone's life. In fact, " changing lives" is in everyone's job description. We also offer competitive pay , excellent benefits , and positive work culture. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FULL-TIME YOUTH CARE WORKER As a Youth
Care Worker, you are at the frontlines of what we do. Under the direction of your supervisor, you implement daily therapeutic programming that promotes independence.
As a youth mentor, you teach and model healthy life skills, social skills, and coping skills. You facilitate both educational and recreational activities to promote learning and fun. Employing your training in our CARE practice model and the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) system, you maintain a safe, positive, and therapeutic environment. You learn each individual's trauma history and triggers as well as how to anticipate crises and use de-escalation techniques. Resident safety, both physical and emotional, is your highest priority.
You are also conscientious about keeping accurate and up-to-date documentation. You find working with youth in a constructive environment to be highly rewarding! QUALIFICATIONS FOR A FULL-TIME YOUTH CARE WORKER At least 21 years of age High school diploma or equivalent Ability and willingness to learn the CARE practice model and TCI system as well as apply their principles Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance Enjoy being a youth mentor A bachelor's degree in human services and related experience is preferred but multiple factors will be taken into consideration.
Are you emotionally mature, patient, empathetic, and able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries? Do you have a good sense of humor? Are you kind and generous? If so, you might just be perfect for taking this 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm shift as a youth mentor! READY TO JOIN OUR HUMAN SERVICES TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this job in human services, please complete our initial 3-minute mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you! Location: 62220 Job Posted by Applicant Pro
Nonprofit & Fundraising Jobs refer to employment opportunities within organizations whose primary purpose is to serve the public interest rather than to make a profit for owners or shareholders. These jobs often revolve around advocating for social causes, providing services to communities, and promoting charitable activities. Fundraising positions, in particular, are key to these organizations, as they involve attracting donations and managing campaigns to financially support the nonprofit's missions. A characteristic feature of such jobs is the focus on impact over income, attracting individuals who are deeply committed to their cause and who find satisfaction in contributing to the greater good.
activities and build strong, positive relationships with youth. Provides mentoring to youth, to assist youth in completing social/emotional groups as outlined by the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services, engage in positive social and emotional education programs, complete financial literacy training, make academic progress, limit justice system involvement and connect to community-based resources, learn new job skills, and maintain summer employment.
Youth Coordinators are expected to provide case management services to youth during regular meetings on-site and during frequent visits to their community, school, place of employment and homes. Requires knowledge of trauma exposure,
knowledge of the 5 S's of trauma: Safety, Self-Regulation/Soothing, Supportive, Strengths, Self-Care, and an understanding of and recognition of the signs of traumatic stress.
Must own personal vehicle or have access to a vehicle as this position includes frequent travel/field work. Position requires flexible schedule and 24/7 availability as field work may occur during evenings and/or weekends. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Facilitate social/emotional groups as outlined by the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services Assist youth in completing financial literacy curriculum Develop Individual Achievement Plans with youth Coordinate youth services with key stakeholders to support provision
of wrap-around services for youth and their families Provide one-on-one mentoring services outside of program hours to assist the youth in developing the personal, emotional, or social skills that may be impacting their ability to be successful through coaching and modeling positive behaviors Utilize restorative justice practices to support conflict resolution and positive social engagement.
Act as a liaison between the youth, youth's family, agency, youth's school, police department, and employer Requires knowledge of typical child and adolescent development and an understanding of trauma exposure and traumatic stress signs and symptoms Practice will include using strategies that support healing, recovery, and that resist re-traumatization Engage caregivers, parents, family members and others by sharing strengths and challenges experienced by program participants Maintain a positive relationship with employers for the OSC+ program Teach youth job skills as related to the youth's summer employment placement Facilitate Career Readiness Training Maintain a caseload of youth Coordinate enrichment activities for youth, both individually and in group Engage youth in a minimum of one face-to-face visit per week.
Face-to-face interaction may occur on the Lawrence Hall campus, in the youth's community, school or home Connect youth with outreach services to address basic social service Assist participants in learning essential job functions and orientation to the workplace environment and culture Cultivate and maintain a network of available community resources for youth as needed Maintain personal area and program service areas in a neat and orderly fashion Ability to multitask and manage time effectively Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required Participate in program evaluation as required Participate in the development and implementation of continuous quality improvement activities as assigned Uses active and reflective listening skills and affirmations to demonstrate respect and empathy, avoiding negative and derogatory labels that foster disrespect Understand that behaviors, responses, attitudes, and emotions are a collection of survival skills often developed in response to traumatic experiences Maintain confidentiality of employees, volunteers, and program participants to provide a safe environment Ability to work effectively with program participants and family members, employees and vendors in a culturally diverse environment to support healing and recovery Accurately complete documents as needed Effectively communicate with referring agencies and/or case managers regarding client's needs, and engagement in program services Maintain a professional standard when representing the agency or clients Engage in continuing education and professional development in an effort to provide best practice Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Must be 24 years of age High School Diploma with 1 or more year of experience working with at-risk youth or Juvenile Justice involved youth Must be highly organized, detail focused, have excellent time management and possess strong computer skills Experience with Juvenile Justice System and restorative justice practices preferred Knowledge of childhood trauma and prior experience working in settings with youth and families that have been exposed to trauma or experiencing traumatic stress preferred Knowledge of youth development, adolescent issues, positive youth development/strength-based approach preferred Personal vehicle or access to vehicle and proof of insurance Valid Illinois Driver's license No history of child abuse or neglect Ability to pass background and drug screen This position meets the FLSA requirements for Non-Exempt.
