Overnight Resident Assistant- Float

The Center for Youth: Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice. Overview: The Center for Youth's multiple residential programs include Emergency Shelter for youth ages 12-17, Crisis Nurseries for children under 14, and Transitional Living Programs for youth and young adults ages 16-24. All provide emergency and independent living supports and services to runaway and homeless youth. The Overnight Resident Assistant Float position provides on-site engagement and support that is strength-based and mutually respectful. The team's ultimate goal is to provide emergency and transitional care and support to families in crisis and homeless youth in a safe, respectful environment and to work with them to resolve the issues that led to their homelessness so that they can ultimately secure and maintain a stable living environment. This position will work out of the Devonshire Apartment program, where it provides support and coverage at the other residential sites as needed. Schedule: Part time 28.5 hours per week. Thursday-Saturday, 10:00pm - 8:00amResponsibilities:Supervision of daily activitiesLiaison with overnight intake and on-call staffCrisis/conflict prevention/intervention, response, and interventionTransportation of youth to school when neededSupport coverage for staff at other residential programs Maintenance of accurate and timely program recordsMaintenance of facility and groundsRequired Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Human Service or related field AND 2 years' experience OR equivalent combination A valid driver's license Skills: Crisis prevention and intervention skills Significant knowledge of LGBTQ+ and trafficked youth Counseling approaches and techniquesStrong time management and multi-tasking skills Excellent literacy and communication skills Knowledge of community resources Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Advanced knowledge of Internet Explorer Pay Rate: $20 per hour *All Offers may be contingent on a Background check and Driving record & Automobile insurance that meets agency insurance carrier requirements.The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities