A Youth Counselor or Worker works with young people, primarily ages 13-18, to provide mentoring and support for dealing with problems. Works in a school or community-based program; may assist with referrals from parole or probation offices. Collaborates with teachers, family members, social workers and health care professionals to help young people facing challenges or crises.
Professional Services Group & Community Impact Programs is now hiring for the Youth Worker role to join our TIME program, working with at-risk students! PSG/CIP is a community-based social services organization seeking talented and dedicated professionals like you to join our team.
JOB SUMMARY
The Total Inter-Agency Model for Education (TIME) program was developed in 1985 as a self-contained, complete, alternative school to meet the needs of adjudicated, emotionally disturbed, and other high-risk youth who were unable to function in a conventional educational setting. Our philosophy, derived from Native American tradition, focuses on "The Circle of Courage" as the cornerstone of creating a positive educational climate for today's discouraged youth. As the Youth Worker, you will provide direct support to high-risk youth and their families to determine and implement the most appropriate educational options to meet each student's unique needs. This is a great role for both recent graduates and experienced individuals looking to transition into the human services field! Come join our team for an opportunity to serve youth in our community!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE TIME YOUTH WORKER
Maintain one-on-one contact in school and family contact as needed. Monitor client's attendance, behavior, and grades. Report these findings to parents and other providers. Analyze client histories, capabilities, and needs to determine services required to meet clients' treatment needs. Create and review individual client's Plans of Care. Organize and facilitate structured group, individual, and/or family activities. Organize and facilitate Community Service Work hours and Service Learning Projects on a weekly basis. Provide supervision and support to youth placed in the Summer Youth Employment Program.
LOCATION
Position is based at Hillcrest School in Kenosha, WI and works a hybrid model of time spent within the school and out in the community.
SCHEDULE
Full-time 40 hours per week Monday-Friday during school hours, with occasional evenings. Position works year-round through the summer.
WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?
Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community! Flexible hours and great work-life balance Mileage Reimbursement Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff Opportunities for advancement and professional development Competitive benefits package, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short-term disability; 401k and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) One of our medical insurance plan options with employee-only coverage is offered with no monthly premium!
SALARY:
$22.00 per hour
REQUIREMENTS
Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance. Must have a Bachelor's degree in a human services-related field. One year of experience working with high-risk youth and families is preferred. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status tags: at-risk student support specialist, at-risk students, student support, at-risk youth, youth support, alternative education, youth justice, education, education support
