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CURRENT JOB OPENINGS (Scroll down to see all job descriptions):
- Youth First Social Workers
Youth First Social Workers
Location – There are openings for a Youth First Social Worker in the following locations:
• Currently taking applications for full-time, part-time and PRN for numerous positions across 12 Indiana counties.
How to apply:
Email your cover letter and resume to:
Vickey Taake
Human Resources Manager
Youth First, Inc.
vtaake@youthfirstinc.org
Purpose: The Youth First Social Worker (YFSW) works closely with the respective school environment to provide a multi-tiered system of support that aligns with best practices in public health (National Institute on Drug Abuse) utilizing universal, selective and indicated methods of prevention/early intervention in context of the Social Worker role. YFSW follow a neuroscience and trauma-informed method, building resiliency through skills, enhancing relationships with significant adults and fostering readiness for change among individuals and throughout the school culture. Emphasis is placed on specialized mentoring used to assist students in managing life stressors/challenges through evidence-based programs and practices.
Reports to: Director of Social Work/Clinical Supervisor/Assistant Clinical Supervisor
Roles & Responsibilities:
a. Provide Prevention/Mental Health Expertise at the school advocating for early intervention/prevention, utilizing Youth First philosophy and time allocation model of service
b. Provide indicated prevention/early intervention services to identified students and their families including, but not limited to:
- Assess referred students and families for service needs
- Develop and implement individual student/family service plans
- Chart student and family progress in case records
- Collect and record data for program evaluation
- Serve as a liaison between the school, family, and community resources
- Staff case needs through clinical supervision
c. Participate in student service team (RtI, Social Emotional Team, Student Assistance) at the school to identify student needs, to support a team approach to helping students and to avoid duplication of services
d. Provide Small Groups (emotion regulation, social skills, etc.)
e. Plan, coordinate, and implement evidence-based programs that are the best fit for the school environment. These programs include Reconnecting Youth©, Coping and Support Training (CAST), Botvin’s Life Skills Training, Teen Series, and WhyTry©
f. Support and/or Facilitate Youth First after school programs including Family First:Success 7-17©, and In it to Win it the Seven Habits Way
g. Provide Educational Presentations to students as a dosage of universal information
h. Plan and provide monthly universal activities in the school
i. Provide required documentation including but not limited to: monthly reports through web-based system, and monthly principal building reports
j. Work collaboratively with other Youth First Social Workers, school employed social workers, teachers, nurses, principals, counselors, psychiatrists, and other school staff to help students who have need of supportive services
k. Participate in continuing professional development, individual and group supervision
l. Provide Education/Professional Development for school personnel and parents
m. Other duties as requested
Requirements:
a. Master’s Degree in Social Work
b. Licensure in Social Work (LSW) or Clinical Social Work (LCSW) in the state of Indiana
c. Leadership in Social Work skills set
d. Ability to build and maintain trusting rapport within school environments
e. Ability to work independently, and to function effectively with multiple tasks
f. Ability to interact positively with schools, parents and students
g. Ability to perform duties with awareness of and compliance with related corporation policies and state requirements
h. Ability to organize time and workload to fulfill requirements of the job
i. Working knowledge of community resources for referrals
j. Skilled in dialogue with at-risk youth and families about change
k. Knowledge of issues surrounding youth and their families
l. Demonstrates Cultural Competency
m. Basic computer mastery skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Equal Employment Opportunity: Youth First will not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, assignment, evaluation, promotion, discipline, termination, or any other employment action on the basis of any characteristic or class, which is now or may in the future become protected by law. Employment with Youth First is based solely on qualifications and competence for the particular position to be filled. Since such qualifications and competencies are not peculiar to any type or class of individuals, and since Youth First recognizes the value of a diverse workforce, there will be no discrimination in employment decisions and actions on the basis of age, race, gender, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Updated 2/16/21
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CURRENT JOB OPENINGS (Scroll down to see all job descriptions):
- Youth First Program Coordinator for Outreach and Engagement
Youth First Program Coordinator for Outreach and Engagement
• Currently taking applications for full-time
How to apply:
Email your cover letter and resume to:
Vickey Taake
Human Resources Manager
Youth First, Inc.
vtaake@youthfirstinc.org
Purpose: The Youth First Program Coordinator for Outreach and Engagement (YFPCOE) works closely with the respective school partners and community agencies to provide support to students and families with a specific focus on those who are Non-English speaking to bridge the language barrier to our programs and services. The YFPCOE is responsible for carrying out the mission of Youth First, Inc. to provide evidence-based substance abuse prevention programs for area youth and their families and serve as a liaison between the School Based Youth First Social Worker, school, family, community agencies and resources.
Reports to: Director of Programs
Roles & Responsibilities:
a. The individual will have excellent communication skills, initiative, energy, enthusiasm, and demonstrated commitment to youth development and substance abuse prevention.
b. The YFPCOE will attain a Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) certification within two years of employment, is trained in the Substance Abuse Prevention Skills Training (SAPST) and prevention programs provided by Youth First.
c. Planning, coordinating and implementing Youth First programs, including:
- Distributing participant packets with registration, consent, photo and video release, and evaluation forms
- Purchasing and organizing required materials
- Scheduling program sites and facilitation staffing
- Assisting with recruitment of participants
- Assisting with details for graduation/closing sessions
- Organizing evaluation materials for outside evaluator
- Following up with participant inclusion on mailing lists and other correspondence
d. Interviewing, hiring and management of all part-time temporary staff needed for programs
e. Trained in all universal programs offered by Youth First and substituting as facilitator as needs arise
f. Observes and provides fidelity checks for facilitators and social workers as they deliver programs
g. Develop and manage relationships with schools, churches, and other community-based organizations
h. Coordinate and implement orientation, training sessions, technical support, and program evaluation
i. Manage program budgets and expenses
j. Identify, apply for, and secure funding opportunities (grants, sponsorships, etc.)
k. Maintain all program records and submit timely reports to funding agencies
l. Maintain strong communication with School Social Workers and program facilitators delivering programs
m. Provides prevention expertise and support to organizations participating in Youth First programs
n. Raise community awareness about Youth First programs and services
o. Participate in fundraising events and other Youth First community events
p. Other duties as requested
Qualifications:
a. Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in education, social work, communications or other related field
b. Bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English
c. Ability to build and maintain trusting rapport within school environments
d. Ability to work independently, and to function effectively with multiple tasks
e. Ability to interact positively with schools, parents and students and engage community resources on behalf of Non-English speaking students and families
f. Ability to organize time and workload to fulfill requirements of the job
g. Working knowledge of community resources for referrals, especially for Non-English speaking students
h. Basic computer mastery skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Equal Employment Opportunity: Youth First will not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, assignment, evaluation, promotion, discipline, termination, or any other employment action on the basis of any characteristic or class, which is now or may in the future become protected by law. Employment with Youth First is based solely on qualifications and competence for the particular position to be filled. Since such qualifications and competencies are not peculiar to any type or class of individuals, and since Youth First recognizes the value of a diverse workforce, there will be no discrimination in employment decisions and actions on the basis of age, race, gender, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Updated 5/7/21
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