Case Manager
Washington, DC jobs
About Us:
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of homeless youth services in the DC Region. Through the holistic integration of its Pillars of Opportunity, Sasha Bruce is able to provide safe homes, life skills, and workforce development to meet the unique needs of homeless youth. For almost 50 years, Sasha Bruce has implemented innovative interventions aimed at ending youth homelessness in the DC region. Today, the programs in DC and Prince George's County, MD, reach over 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth, and their families.
This is a great opportunity to work with a focused, mission-oriented organization that has a kind and caring work environment and makes a difference in our community every day. In addition to competitive pay, we offer health, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, vacation, sick and maternity/paternity leave, as well as a 403(B) plan.
Program Summary:
The Drop-In Center Case Manager collaborates with other Drop-In Center and Outreach staff to serve as the entry point into SBY residential programs and other housing opportunities within the DC continuum of youth service care. The Case Manager, in conjunction with program management, assists with the daily operation of a Youth Drop-In Center for homeless and unstably housed youth and provides them with an initial assessment in order to link them to appropriate services. The Case Manager maintains an active caseload, develops Harm Reduction and/or Individualized Case Plans, and monitors client progress towards their goals. The Case Manager also collaborates with other staff to provide life skills trainings and other socio-cultural activities in an effort to support their successful transition to self-sufficiency.
The intent and purpose of the Drop In Center is to provide a safe environment for homeless and at-risk youth to meet their basic human needs; access one-on-one counseling and case management to begin to stabilize their lives; connect with housing, employment and educational resources; and increase their support network - all within a trauma-informed environment that provides a consistent atmosphere of acceptance and hope. It serves all youth up to age 24 with no other eligibility requirements or time limits on how frequently they can utilize services. The Youth Drop In Center is open for services Monday - Friday from 8 am to 6 pm with weekend programming scheduled periodically. The Center provides the following services:
● Meals and snacks
● Access to laundry facilities
● Access to showers and hygiene products
● Access to clothing
● Access to telephone, the ability to receive telephone messages and mail service
● Identification services (Birth Certificates, Social Security Cards, and etc.)
● Access to a computer lab for Internet services; also be utilized for educational and employment search assistance
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Drop-In Center Case Manager collaborates with other Drop-In Center and Outreach staff to serve as the entry point into SBY residential programs and other housing opportunities within the DC continuum of youth service care.
The Case Manager, in conjunction with program management, assists with the daily operation of a Youth Drop-In Center for homeless and unstably housed youth and provides them with an initial assessment in order to link them to appropriate services.
The Case Manager maintains an active caseload, develops Harm Reduction and/or Individualized Case Plans, and monitors client progress towards their goals. The Case Manager also collaborates with other staff to provide life skills trainings and other socio-cultural activities in an effort to support their successful transition to self-sufficiency.
Case Management Services including coordinated entry to DHS youth housing programs and referral services for available programs throughout the community
Mental Health services where appropriate (partnership pending)
Sexual Health education and testing
Family mediation and counseling, as appropriate
Life skills classes
A place to establish meaningful relationships with caring adults;
Positive social engagement activities;
Positive creative and expressive activities;
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in social work, Masters strongly preferred
Minimum of three to five years of experience working with youth
Strong knowledge of community resources
Understanding of harm reduction philosophy, trauma-informed provision of services and positive youth development strategies;
Genuine interest in working with disenfranchised youth and young adults;
Flexible schedule - position may require some weekend and evening hours;
Bilingual skills (English and Spanish) are a plus;
Experience working with LGBTQ youth is a plus;
Strong communication and organization skills;
Dynamic energy, able to multi-task and negotiate multiple demands on attention;
Ability to translate positive youth development techniques into practice;
Ability to deal with a multicultural and diverse setting;
Basic understanding of computer and data base systems for managing case records;
Ability to complete FBI Background check, Police Clearance, Child Protection Clearance, and Driving Clearance
Must have a commitment to ending youth homelessness, racial equity, inclusion, and issues central to Sasha Bruce Youthworks' mission.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Auto-ApplyCase Manager
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Case Manager
ABOUT US
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of youth and families in the Washington DC area. The agency includes 19 programs ranging from shelter for homeless youth to service-enriched transitional housing to street outreach, as well as a variety of counseling interventions using a competency-based youth development approach. This position is based out of the Promise Place program. This position is Monday to Friday 1 PM to 9 PM.
ABOUT YOU
High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree preferred with specialty in psychology, counseling, or social work
Must have at least 3-5 years of experience working with youth with significant mental health or behavioral challenges, preferably in a residential care setting
Must be a creative, energetic, problem-solver, with a passion for working with young people Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a part-time, non-exempt level position with an overnight schedule
All candidates must possess a valid Driver's License, clean driving record; and Obtain and pass required background clearances
Must be able to transport staff and/or clients, as needed
ABOUT THE JOB
Perform “rounds” in and outside of the building to adequately engage with youth in their home environment, facilitate activities, provide counseling and support, and encourage adherence to community rules
Providing crisis intervention and on-site counseling to residents when necessary and appropriate
Maintain supervision of the house, enforce house rules and ensure house safety. Makes regular inspections inside the building, in the area immediately outside the building and check individual rooms and apartments routinely
Assist with managing conflict between residents; de-escalate and help residents reach compromise, document all incidents
As needed, coordinate with medical or government personnel to assist in managing resident's needed; engage Program Manager, complete required documentation including Unusual Incidents forms in compliance with agency policy
Demonstrate proficiency in the ability to safely and efficiently carry out various emergency procedures in the case of fire, an illness, accident, etc. as well as drills to prepare or prevent such incidents
Complete paperwork or data entry needs as directed by the Program Manager including 30-minute increment log of community rounds and resident activities
Produce specific, legible, concise handwritten notes and documentation, including house inspections, observations of non-verbal client behavior, direct or indirect contact with clients, any unusual incidents, house logs etc. that occur during your shift
Demonstrating proficiency in the ability to safely and efficiently carry out emergency fire evacuation and other various emergency procedures in the case of an illness or accident or in drills to prepare or prevent such incidents
Providing administrative office coverage, answering and providing thorough written documentation detailing the nature and purpose of all phone calls and visitors; maintaining supervision of the house and residents, and ensuring house rules are being followed to ensure the safety and security of the facility
At times, perform light janitorial duties such as sweep, mop, taking-out trash. Advise Program Manager of building maintenance needs
Assist with shift-coverage when schedule gaps present due to staff shortage
Participate in required annual training (40 hours) required by licensing agency, Program Manager or Clinical Director
Participate in regular supervision and staff meetings as assigned by Program Manager
Keep all required clearances up to date
Other duties as assigned
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Auto-ApplyCase Manager
Washington, DC jobs
About Us:
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of homeless youth services in the DC Region. Through the holistic integration of its Pillars of Opportunity, Sasha Bruce is able to provide safe homes, life skills, and workforce development to meet the unique needs of homeless youth. For almost 50 years, Sasha Bruce has implemented innovative interventions aimed at ending youth homelessness in the DC region. Today, the programs in DC and Prince George's County, MD, reach over 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth, and their families.
Being employed by Sasha Bruce, is a great opportunity to work with a focused, mission-oriented organization, that has a kind and caring work environment, and makes a difference in our community every day.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, vacation, sick and maternity/paternity leave, as well as a 403(B) plan.
Program Summary:
The Sasha Bruce Therapeutic Group Home is one of Sasha Bruce's newest programs serving children and youth ages 13-21 from foster care who present with an Axis 1 diagnosis. The program has a high level of structure, supervision, behavior management/modification, and clinical intervention due to the nature of the emotional and behavioral conditions.
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Case Manager of the Sasha Bruce Allen House is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the program. This includes compliance with all grants and contractual agreements, personnel, program implementation, building maintenance, program finances, administrative systems and daily reporting. The Case Manager services as a liaison to SBY's administrative staff, other SBY programs and the community at large. The schedule for this position is 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm Monday- Friday.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in the human services field or a degree in business/public administration or related field with a minimum of 4 years' supervisory experience required; Master's Degree preferred in a youth program setting;
Experience working with at-risk youth or the homeless population in a residential facility;
Previous administrative, clinical and supervisory experiences strongly preferred;
Must possess strong communication and organizational skills; and,
Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a full-time, exempt level position. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation; pass the required DC clearances (and other states as applicable); and provide any additional information regarding previous records, if necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide daily oversight for all aspects of the residential program for youth at the Therapeutic Group Home;
Ensure that the highest quality crisis intervention, life skills, education, counseling, and housing services are provided to all clients;
Work with staff to develop systems to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes and services;
Ensure that all documentation, including case files, client statistics, and data entry, are accurate, up to date, and in compliance with grant and contract requirements; Ensure that all documentation, including program activity logs and program progress reports are accurate and up to date.
Manage program according to grant/contract specifications;
Assist in the development and maintenance of administrative systems to facilitate and enhance the delivery of services;
Execute personnel actions, including hiring, evaluating, and separating employees as appropriate;
Within the framework of SBY's clinical model, provide direct supervision to all staff who interact with clients through one-on-one supervision, staff meetings and live-supervision sessions;
Plan and facilitate regular staff meetings;
Participate in activities related to compliance with and renewal of annual license, including ongoing monitoring of various requirements;
Ensure proper maintenance of all clinical, administrative, and financial records;
Assist in the development and implementation of Continuous Quality Assurance activities;
Initiate and monitor all needed repairs to the physical plant, and ensure regular upkeep of the property;
Participate in regular supervision with consultants, trainings, and conferences;
Serve as program liaison to internal and external stakeholders;
Participate in managers meetings and other agency-wide meetings/functions as assigned;
Perform other duties as assigned and,
Must have a commitment to ending youth homelessness, racial equity, inclusion, and issues central to Sasha Bruce Youthwork's mission.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Auto-ApplyCase Manager - Permanent Supportive Housing
Washington, DC jobs
Pathways to Housing DC (Pathways DC) is based in Washington, DC and serves people in the District and Montgomery County, MD. We are an innovative and nationally recognized nonprofit committed to ending homelessness for individuals with complex health challenges. Pathways DC is one of the originators of the “Housing First” model to end homelessness, in which services are provided without conditions and pre-housing requirements such as curfews, mandated sobriety or compliance with medication. We believe housing is healthcare and that housing is a basic human right. Pathways provides an array of services including housing, street outreach, case management, drop-in services, and behavioral health support. Our model is based on client choice and the idea that the people we serve are the architects of their recovery!
Case Managers are members of the Permanent Supportive Housing Program (PSHP) who provide flexible, community based services that are designed to promote the stability, recovery and community reintegration of formerly homeless individuals assigned to PTHDC by DC's Department of Human Services. The Case Manager maintains a primary caseload of 17-18 clients and provides case management services in a compassionate and responsible manner.
Note: All Pathways employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, unless there is an approved medical or religious exemption. All new employees will be required to present a COVID vaccination card or an approved exemption request prior to starting employment. Unvaccinated employees will be subject to weekly COVID testing.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborates with client in the formulation of a Case Management Plan that is reviewed and modified with client on a regular basis;
Provides outreach, case management, counseling, advocacy, and other needed services to clients in any environment including: the streets, shelters, jails, hospitals, apartments, office, etc;
Provides individually tailored services to each client in the following areas: housing, school, training & work opportunities, activities of daily living, health, wellness self-management, relapse prevention, money management & entitlements, medication support, self help & empowerment, problem solving, family life & social relationships and integrated treatment for substance abuse;
Maintains written and computerized records, compile reports and completes other program documentation (e.g. progress notes, case management plans, intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, monthly visit reports, incident reports);
Responsible for the monthly client contact requirements as follows: 2 face to face contacts for homeless clients; 2 contacts per month for housed clients, including 1 face to face contact in the client's apartment; additional monthly contacts as determined by the Case Management Plan and assessment of client needs;
Coordinates and monitors referrals to community services and advocates client participation;
Participates in weekly staff meetings;
Participates in staff trainings as scheduled;
Performs related work as assigned;
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, or related social service/science or healthcare related disciplines and one (1) year of experience providing case management services or equivalent specialized training and/or field placement experience.
Certification and/or licensure in a relevant discipline (e.g., certified addictions counselor) may substitute for educational requirements.
In lieu of the education, licensure or certification, the Case Manager shall have a minimum four (4) years of experience with marginalized populations. Additional considerations can be made on a case-by-case basis for applicants with a previous history of homelessness.
Excellent organizational, communication, (both oral and written) skills preferred.
Ability to work independently is strongly desired.
Excellent computer skills highly desired
Patience, creativity, flexibility, compassion, and sensitivity to persons with disabilities and other minority populations;
Bilingual English/Spanish strongly desired.
Driver's License and access to personal vehicle required;
This position is eligible for up to $1,200 of bonuses per year.
Auto-ApplySenior Social Worker- Local Recovery Coordinator
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This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Duties to include but not limited to: Administrative (60%): *
* Develops a 3 to 5-year plan for the facility that identifies staged implementation of recovery-oriented services (e.g., use of recovery plans) * Coordinates the evaluation of recovery implementation at the facility and reports the results to the National Recovery Coordinator (NRC) * Implements measures to assess recovery policy and procedure adherence, and assess the extent that the recovery model is embodied in the Mental Health (MH) programs * Serves as a recovery ombudsman to MH executive leadership, program managers, and MH staff on recovery and implementation of recovery-oriented services * Provides leadership guidance and consultation to staffs of units to which assigned * Implements and monitors directives, policies, measures, or other factors required by VACO, regarding Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) Veterans, and submits required documentation * Supports MH executive leadership with providing clinical consultation to the * Peer Support program and acting as a support for their direct supervisors; supports MH leadership with filling Peer Specialist positions * Serves as EPIC Team Champion * Acts as MH Champion for MH Summit and other MH activities throughout the year * Assists with VA regional or local recovery-oriented trainings, meetings, or conferences * Provides education, support, and promotion for implementing recovery * principles and recovery-oriented services in MH programs, including educating Veterans, their families and/or social supports, providers, and other community agencies and facilities who are engaged in providing services to Veterans * Consultant to MH programs and recovering Veterans in developing peer-support groups, consumer counseling, and consumer operated services, as per local needs and resources. Serves as MH liaison to facility Consumer Council * Ensures that Veterans with serious mental illness (SMI) are given every opportunity to pursue and be responsible for their own goals * Clinical (37%): *
* Provides clinical services to SMI diagnosed Veterans that affect MH performance metrics * Provides comprehensive psychosocial assessments and treatment for Veterans with serious mental illness referred to recovery services * Reviews all subjective and objective data; assesses high risk factors; provides a clinical assessment; determines a treatment plan for the Veteran based on acuity and need for and type of recovery services and/or psychotherapy recommended * Consultation resource for other Medical Center staff regarding the need for and development of recovery-oriented services, specific case conceptualization, treatment planning, and utilization of evidenced-based treatments and clinical practice guidelines * Academic/Teaching/Training (3%): *
* May provide clinical supervision to various disciplines and levels of training, including trainees seeking licensure in psychology and Peer Support Specialists. VA Careers - Social Work: **************************** Rhz_ua_UU Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 688-00000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact *****************************, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO):Not Authorized
Youth Specialist
Washington, DC jobs
About Our Organization
Youth Guidance creates and implements school-based programs that enable children to overcome obstacles, focus on their education, and ultimately, to succeed in school and in life. We believe that no matter what challenges a young person faces, they are more likely to succeed when they have caring adults in their lives. Our highly trained staff guides kids to overcome the life and academic challenges facing the youth. We meet kids where they are - physically and emotionally - to help them focus on their education, make positive choices, and remain on the right path toward life success.
Founded in 1924 and celebrating 100 years of impact this year, Youth Guidance is a leading provider of outcomes-driven programs serving more than 18,000 youth around the country. For more information, visit ***********************
Position Summary: Youth Specialists are responsible for guiding young men in grades 7 - 12 to learn, internalize, and practice social skills, make responsible decisions for their future, and become positive members of their school and community. Youth Specialists do this by providing the young men with the mindsets, values, and abilities they need to develop into healthy, responsible young men and thrive. This opportunity is part-time for 15-20 hours a week with an expectation to be available at least 2 days a week between 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM for trainings and facilitating curriculum and group discussions.
School Site: Dunbar High School 101 N St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Work in collaboration with Program Manager and school administration to recruit and build relationships with up to 30 school-based youth to participate in the BAM-FI program.
Lead and facilitate 3 weekly BAM-FI groups during the school-day, utilizing youth engagement, clinical counseling, and men's rites of passages skills.
Provide individualized supports to all BAM-FI participants, and provide individual, family and crisis counseling sessions to students on an as needed basis.
Participate in monthly staff development and coaching to ensure fidelity of program delivery.
Document all interactions with youth, including group and individual case notes, clinical assessments, brief encounters, special events, program consents, pre/post surveys and monthly program narratives based on program protocol.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education/Experience/Training
Bachelor's degree from an approved accredited university and minimum of two years of youth engagement experience required.
Master's Degree in social work, counseling or a related human service field from an approved accredited university and one year of youth engagement experience preferred.
Minimum of two years' experience providing supervised group counseling.
Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
Skills/Abilities
Completion of BAM-FI curriculum training.
Ability to commit to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization's mission.
Ability to maintain positive relationships with various stakeholders.
Succinct written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to function well in group and team settings.
Ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills that excel in cultural sensitivity and respect for differences.
Ability to pass criminal background and sex offender checks.
Willingness to occasionally participate in youth sports activities.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Knowledge of advanced psychological concepts (e.g. CBT, Clinical Processing, Modeling and Group Development) preferred.
Core Competencies
Communication:Uses effective written and oral communication with internal staff, teams, and community served; demonstrates empathy and listening
Client orientation:Recognizes needs of diverse stakeholders and approaches relationships with a service orientation, to ultimately maximize the impact
Equity mindset:Understands and is committed to goals of equity, consistently brings an equity mindset to the organization's work and workplace
Growth mindset:Views growth as important for personal and professional development; seeks out opportunities to expand skills, even if the change is required, demonstrates curiosity and eagerness to learn
Ownership and quality of work:Effectively manages own work, and work of the team to ensure delivery of high-quality work
Managery skills:Effectively manages and develops others
Mission drive:Demonstrates commitment to the missing of the organization as a whole and alignment with organization values
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Occasional local travel
Benefits
Benefits for part-time employees include paid leave, paid sick leave, 401k plan (after qualifications are met), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), training, and professional development. You may also qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Our Values
At Youth Guidance, we believe that creating a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected is fundamental to realizing our vision of bright and successful futures for all young people.
We acknowledge that many systems and institutions intended to support youth do not provide fair treatment or access for everyone.
We strive to celebrate the unique qualities of youth and recognize them as empowered leaders, problem-solvers, and experts of their own experiences.
Youth Guidance is an equal opportunity employer. Youth Guidance does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law and is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Part-Time Youth Engagement Specialist
Washington, DC jobs
Youth Engagement Specialist
Phillip Reid
At Sasha Bruce: We value hard work and dedication to helping homeless youth move into strengthened family relationships and thriving young adulthood. We value a sense of respect for each other and the youth we serve. We seek people to work in our organization who reflect the values of respect for all religious beliefs, gender identities and abilities. This position is 7 AM - 3 PM Saturday and Sunday.
Phillip Reid
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide on-site supervision, while maintaining professional boundaries, and crisis intervention and counseling services to youth in residence. Must learn and apply positive behavior modification techniques and model effective de-escalation and problem-solving skills
With direction from Program Manager, help plan for, direct, and/or provide support for recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that are in alignment with treatment or permanency goals
Answer and record all phone calls and visitors, maintain supervision of the house, enforce house rules and ensure house safety. Work collaboratively with other SBY staff, programs, families, collateral agencies, to help youth develop or follow-through on individual service plan goals
Engage with youth in a variety of activities from breakfast through bedtime, supporting them in achieving daily goals, and engaging them in productive dialogue, building life skills, and problem solving
Facilitate life skills groups on topics of interest to teens relative to positive social and emotional development.
Makes regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside, and checks individual rooms routinely.
Maintain necessary records, including but not limited to, legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log, daily point logs, etc.
At times, prepare and cook meals for up to 15 youth
Oversee the safety and cleanliness of the house including coordinating and managing residents' daily chores. At times, perform light janitorial duties such as sweep, mop, taking-out trash. Advise Program Manager of building maintenance needs.
Carry out emergency fire evacuation and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Assist with shift-coverage when schedule gaps present due to staff shortage including a willingness to work occasional weekend or evening/early shifts
Participate in required annual training required by licensing agency or by Program Manager or Clinical Director
Participate in regular supervision and staff meetings as assigned by Program Manager
Keep all required clearances up to date
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or related field (preferably working with adolescents/young adults).
Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a part-time, non-exempt level position with morning, evening, and overnight shifts available. All candidates must possess a valid Driver's License, obtain the required DC clearances (and other states as applicable) and provide any additional information regarding previous records, if necessary.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Auto-ApplyFull-Time Youth Engagement Specialist
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Youth Engagement Specialist
About Us:
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of homeless youth services in the DC Region. Through the holistic integration of its Pillars of Opportunity, Sasha Bruce is able to provide safe homes, life skills, and workforce development to meet the unique needs of homeless youth. For more than 45 years, Sasha Bruce has implemented innovative interventions aimed at ending youth homelessness in the DC region. Today, the programs in DC and Prince George's County, MD, reach over 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth, and their families.
About Bruce House:
Bruce House is a short-term stay for youth between the ages of 12-17. Youth are placed in our care for various reasons. Bruce House is open 24/7 365 days a year and operates a 24-hour Crisis Hotline. Our focus is on understanding our residents through a trauma-informed lens and approach. During their stay, youth are encouraged to participate in various life skill groups and family counseling sessions as the goal of the program is family reunification and stabilized placements. Bruce House collaborates with various private and government agencies to obtain desired outcomes.
Job Summary :
Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Youth Engagement Specialist (YES) is responsible for the coordination of the daily activities of the Bruce House. The YES creates a safe and caring environment for high-risk youth in the residence that are in crisis. The position requires an individual who can actively contribute to a positive, stable, and responsive environment for youth. The YES is responsible for monitoring the safety and conduct of house residents, engaging in positive interactions with youth and other staff and providing clinical and crisis intervention as needed. Weekday (Mon-Friday) Youth Engagement Specialist, 3-11 pm shift
Duties and Responsibilities :
Responsible for reporting, planning and implementation of the weekday activity schedule.
Make regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside and check individual rooms when necessary.
Maintain all necessary records, including but not limited to legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log.
Provide crisis intervention and on-site counseling.
Carry out emergency fire evacuation, and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Provide office coverage, answer and record all phone calls and visitors.
Ensure supervision of house participants to include enforcing house rules and house safety.
Participate in training provided or recommended by the Agency, during non-shift hours, as required.
Participate in regular supervision meetings with the program director.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or a related field. Prior experience working with adolescents/young adults required.
Strong spoken and written English language skills, including report writing.
Possess a valid Driver's License, pass required DC clearances (and other states as applicable).
Experience working with youth, teens, and families dealing with trauma, crisis, and community stress.
Great work ethic, excellent time management, efficiency, problem solving, and customer service skills.
Possess good organizational skills, the ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and be detailed oriented.
Ability to work extra hours, attend meetings/training, when needed.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Auto-ApplyFull-Time Youth Engagement Specialist
Washington, DC jobs
Full Time Youth Engagement Specialist
About Us:
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of homeless youth services in the DC Region. Through the holistic integration of its Pillars of Opportunity, Sasha Bruce is able to provide safe homes, life skills, and workforce development to meet the unique needs of homeless youth. For more than 45 years, Sasha Bruce has implemented innovative interventions aimed at ending youth homelessness in the DC region. Today, the programs in DC and Prince George's County, MD, reach over 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth, and their families.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer health, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, vacation, sick and maternity/paternity leave, as well as a 403(B) plan.
About Thrive House:
Sasha Bruce Youthwork partnering with The Community Partnership to establish Thrive House, a joint Transitional Housing - Rapid Rehousing Program for 18-24-year-old young adults experiencing homelessness in the District of Columbia. Thrive House will provide up to 9 months of site based transitional housing support and up to 15 months of scattered-site rental assistance.
Job Summary :
The Weekend Youth Engagement Specialist is responsible for monitoring the safety and conduct of house residents; and providing clinical and crisis intervention, as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Responsible for reporting, planning and implementation of the weekday activity schedule.
Make regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside and check individual rooms when necessary.
Maintain all necessary records, including but not limited to legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log.
Provide crisis intervention and on-site counseling.
Carry out emergency fire evacuation, and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Provide office coverage, answer and record all phone calls and visitors.
Ensure supervision of house participants to include enforcing house rules and house safety.
Participate in training provided or recommended by the Agency, during non-shift hours, as required.
Participate in regular supervision meetings with the program director.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or a related field. Prior experience working with adolescents/young adults required.
Strong spoken and written English language skills, including report writing.
Possess a valid Driver's License, pass required DC clearances (and other states as applicable).
Experience working with youth, teens, and families dealing with trauma, crisis, and community stress.
Great work ethic, excellent time management, efficiency, problem solving, and customer service skills.
Possess good organizational skills, the ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and be detailed oriented.
Ability to work extra hours, attend meetings/training, when needed.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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Youth Engagement Specialist
About Us:
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of homeless youth services in the DC Region. Through the holistic integration of its Pillars of Opportunity, Sasha Bruce is able to provide safe homes, life skills, and workforce development to meet the unique needs of homeless youth. For almost 50 years, Sasha Bruce has implemented innovative interventions aimed at ending youth homelessness in the DC region. Today, the programs in DC and Prince George's County, MD, reach over 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth, and their families.
Being employed by Sasha Bruce, is a great opportunity to work with a focused, mission-oriented organization, that has a kind and caring work environment, and makes a difference in our community every day.
[For FT positions only] In addition to competitive pay, we offer health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, vacation, sick and maternity/paternity leave, as well as a 403(B) plan.
Program Summary :
The Sasha Bruce Therapeutic Group Home is one of Sasha Bruce's newest programs serving children and youth ages 13-21 from foster care who present with an Axis 1 diagnosis. The program has a high level of structure, supervision, behavior management/modification, and clinical intervention due to the nature of the emotional and behavioral conditions.
Job Summary :
The Youth Engagement Specialist is responsible for monitoring the safety and conduct of house residents; and providing clinical and crisis intervention, as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Responsible for reporting, planning and implementation of the weekday activity schedule.
Make regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside and check individual rooms when necessary.
Maintain all necessary records, including but not limited to legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log.
Provide crisis intervention and on-site counseling.
Carry out emergency fire evacuation, and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Provide office coverage, answer and record all phone calls and visitors.
Ensure supervision of house participants to include enforcing house rules and house safety.
Participate in training provided or recommended by the Agency, during non-shift hours, as required.
Participate in regular supervision meetings with the program director.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or a related field. Prior experience working with adolescents/young adults required.
Strong spoken and written English language skills, including report writing.
Possess a valid Driver's License; pass required DC clearances (and other states as applicable).
Experience working with youth, teens, and families dealing with trauma, crisis, and community stress.
Great work ethic, excellent time management, efficiency, problem solving, and customer service skills.
Possess good organizational skills, the ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and be detailed oriented.
Ability to work extra hours, attend meetings/training, when needed
Must have a commitment to ending youth homelessness, racial equity, inclusion, and issues central to Sasha Bruce Youthwork's mission.
Other duties as assigned.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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Youth Engagement Specialist
Olaiya's Cradle Program:
Olaiya's Cradle is a transitional independent living program for young moms between the ages of 18-24 and their children. Olaiya's Cradle serves families with one child up to the age of two. Young women are eligible to enter into the Olaiya's Cradle program as early as their third trimester of pregnancy. Families in the Olaiya's Cradle program receive supportive services including on site case management, counseling, and life skills education through group sessions. The Olaiya's Cradle program has the capacity to serve 6 mothers and 6 children. Residents in Olaiya's Cradle remain in the program anywhere from 18-24 months before exiting to independent apartments.
Job Summary :
The Youth Engagement Specialist is responsible for supporting young families in building relationships and bonds, becoming familiarized with their community, achieving goals and making progress towards independence and self-sufficiency so that families will thrive following program. This program is full-time Monday through Friday 7 AM - 3 PM .
Duties and Responsibilities :
Responsible for reporting, planning and implementation of the weekday activity schedule.
Provides on-site supervision, while maintaining professional boundaries, and crisis intervention and counseling services to youth in residence.
With direction from Program Manager, helps plan for, directs, and/or provides support for recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that are in alignment with treatment or permanency goals.
Answers and records all phone calls and visitors, maintains supervision of the house, and enforces house rules while ensuring the safety of house residents.
Works collaboratively with other SBY staff, programs, families, ands agencies, to help youth develop or follow-through on individual service plan goals.
Engages with youth in a variety of activities from breakfast through bedtime, supporting them in achieving daily goals, and engaging them in productive dialogue, building life skills, and problem solving.
Facilitates life skills groups on topics of interest to teens relative to positive social and emotional development.
Makes regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside as well as checks individual rooms routinely.
Maintains necessary documentation, including but not limited to, legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log, etc.
Oversees the safety and cleanliness of the house including coordinating and managing residents' daily chores. At times, perform light janitorial duties such as sweep, mop, taking-out trash. Advise Program Manager of building maintenance needs. Must be willing to assist with housekeeping duties .
Carries out emergency fire evacuation and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Assists with shift-coverage when schedule gaps occur due to staff shortage.
Attend schedule family activities and field trips.
Participates in regular supervision and staff meetings.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or a related field. Prior experience working with adolescents/young adults, infants, and toddlers 0 - 2 years old required.
Must learn and apply positive behavior modification techniques, model effective de-escalation, and problem-solving skills.
Strong spoken and written English language skills, including report writing.
Possess a valid Driver's License, pass required DC clearances (and other states as applicable).
Experience working with youth, teens, and families dealing with trauma, crisis, and community stress.
Great work ethic, excellent time management, efficiency, problem solving, and customer service skills.
Possess good organizational skills, the ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and be detailed oriented.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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Youth Engagement Specialist
About Us:
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of homeless youth services in the DC Region. Through the holistic integration of its Pillars of Opportunity, Sasha Bruce is able to provide safe homes, life skills, and workforce development to meet the unique needs of homeless youth. For more than 45 years, Sasha Bruce has implemented innovative interventions aimed at ending youth homelessness in the DC region. Today, the programs in DC and Prince George's County, MD, reach over 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth, and their families.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer health, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, vacation, sick and maternity/paternity leave, as well as a 403(B) plan.
About Chloe Program :
Chloe house is a Pre and Post- Transitional Care Facility for adolescent girls referred by the DC Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services. Our mission is to provide a supportive environment while fostering relationships with our community partners to ensure successful and positive outcomes for our residents. At Chloe House, we provide counseling, life skills training as well as educational and medical support. Some of the programs that our residents participate in include Sasha Bruce's Family Strengthening Program and the PASS program, where we offer family counseling and educate youth on relationships, personal development, and self-expression. Chloe House also promotes reunification efforts and provides access to other essential resources while the youth are in temporary care. Overall, our goal as a facility is to provide residents with holistic care to help them take the necessary steps to rehabilitate.
Job Summary :
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Youth Engagement Specialist (YES) is responsible for the coordination of the daily activities of the Chloe House. The YES creates a safe and caring environment for high-risk youth in the residence that are in crisis. The position requires an individual who can actively contribute to a positive, stable, and responsive environment for youth. The YES is responsible for monitoring the safety and conduct of house residents, engaging in positive interactions with youth and other staff and providing clinical and crisis intervention as needed. This is an overnight position 2:30 PM - 10:30 AM Saturday and Sunday.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Provide on-site supervision, while maintaining professional boundaries, and crisis intervention and counseling services to youth in residence. Must learn and apply positive behavior modification techniques and model effective de-escalation and problem-solving skills
With direction from Program Manager, help plan for, direct, and/or provide support for recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that are in alignment with treatment or permanency goals
Answer and record all phone calls and visitors, maintain supervision of the house, enforce house rules and ensure house safety. Work collaboratively with other SBY staff, programs, families, collateral agencies, to help youth develop or follow-through on individual service plan goals
Engage with youth in a variety of activities from breakfast through bedtime, supporting them in achieving daily goals, and engaging them in productive dialogue, building life skills, and problem solving
Facilitate life skills groups on topics of interest to teens relative to positive social and emotional development.
Makes regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside and checks individual rooms routinely.
Maintain necessary records, including but not limited to, legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log, daily point logs, etc.
At times, prepare and cook meals for up to 15 youth
Oversee the safety and cleanliness of the house including coordinating and managing residents' daily chores. At times, perform light janitorial duties such as sweep, mop, taking-out trash. Advise Program Manager of building maintenance needs.
Carry out emergency fire evacuation and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Assist with shift-coverage when schedule gaps present due to staff shortage including a willingness to work occasional weekend or evening/early shifts.
Participate in required annual training required by licensing agency or by Program Manager or Clinical Director.
Participate in regular supervision and staff meetings as assigned by Program Manager.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualification:
A high school diploma or GED required with at least 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or related field, preferably working with adolescents/young adults.
Must learn and apply positive behavior modification techniques and model effective de-escalation and problem-solving skills
Must have the ability to gain and sustain various background and clearance checks as required.
Must have and maintain a current driver's license.
Possess basic computer skills and great customer service skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Must be detailed orientated and able to multi-task.
Ability to work extra hours, attend meetings/training, when needed.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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Job Description
Youth Engagement Specialist
Olaiya's Cradle Program:
Olaiya's Cradle is a transitional independent living program for young moms between the ages of 18-24 and their children. Olaiya's Cradle serves families with one child up to the age of two. Young women are eligible to enter into the Olaiya's Cradle program as early as their third trimester of pregnancy. Families in the Olaiya's Cradle program receive supportive services including on site case management, counseling, and life skills education through group sessions. The Olaiya's Cradle program has the capacity to serve 6 mothers and 6 children. Residents in Olaiya's Cradle remain in the program anywhere from 18-24 months before exiting to independent apartments.
Job Summary:
The Youth Engagement Specialist is responsible for supporting young families in building relationships and bonds, becoming familiarized with their community, achieving goals and making progress towards independence and self-sufficiency so that families will thrive following program. This program is full-time Monday through Friday 7 AM - 3 PM.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for reporting, planning and implementation of the weekday activity schedule.
Provides on-site supervision, while maintaining professional boundaries, and crisis intervention and counseling services to youth in residence.
With direction from Program Manager, helps plan for, directs, and/or provides support for recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that are in alignment with treatment or permanency goals.
Answers and records all phone calls and visitors, maintains supervision of the house, and enforces house rules while ensuring the safety of house residents.
Works collaboratively with other SBY staff, programs, families, ands agencies, to help youth develop or follow-through on individual service plan goals.
Engages with youth in a variety of activities from breakfast through bedtime, supporting them in achieving daily goals, and engaging them in productive dialogue, building life skills, and problem solving.
Facilitates life skills groups on topics of interest to teens relative to positive social and emotional development.
Makes regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside as well as checks individual rooms routinely.
Maintains necessary documentation, including but not limited to, legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log, etc.
Oversees the safety and cleanliness of the house including coordinating and managing residents' daily chores. At times, perform light janitorial duties such as sweep, mop, taking-out trash. Advise Program Manager of building maintenance needs. Must be willing to assist with housekeeping duties.
Carries out emergency fire evacuation and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Assists with shift-coverage when schedule gaps occur due to staff shortage.
Attend schedule family activities and field trips.
Participates in regular supervision and staff meetings.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or a related field. Prior experience working with adolescents/young adults, infants, and toddlers 0 - 2 years old required.
Must learn and apply positive behavior modification techniques, model effective de-escalation, and problem-solving skills.
Strong spoken and written English language skills, including report writing.
Possess a valid Driver's License, pass required DC clearances (and other states as applicable).
Experience working with youth, teens, and families dealing with trauma, crisis, and community stress.
Great work ethic, excellent time management, efficiency, problem solving, and customer service skills.
Possess good organizational skills, the ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and be detailed oriented.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Part-Time Youth Engagement Specialist
Washington, DC jobs
Job Description
Youth Engagement Specialist
Phillip Reid
At Sasha Bruce: We value hard work and dedication to helping homeless youth move into strengthened family relationships and thriving young adulthood. We value a sense of respect for each other and the youth we serve. We seek people to work in our organization who reflect the values of respect for all religious beliefs, gender identities and abilities. This position is 2 PM - 10 PM Saturday and Sunday.
Phillip Reid
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide on-site supervision, while maintaining professional boundaries, and crisis intervention and counseling services to youth in residence. Must learn and apply positive behavior modification techniques and model effective de-escalation and problem-solving skills
With direction from Program Manager, help plan for, direct, and/or provide support for recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that are in alignment with treatment or permanency goals
Answer and record all phone calls and visitors, maintain supervision of the house, enforce house rules and ensure house safety. Work collaboratively with other SBY staff, programs, families, collateral agencies, to help youth develop or follow-through on individual service plan goals
Engage with youth in a variety of activities from breakfast through bedtime, supporting them in achieving daily goals, and engaging them in productive dialogue, building life skills, and problem solving
Facilitate life skills groups on topics of interest to teens relative to positive social and emotional development.
Makes regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside, and checks individual rooms routinely.
Maintain necessary records, including but not limited to, legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log, daily point logs, etc.
At times, prepare and cook meals for up to 15 youth
Oversee the safety and cleanliness of the house including coordinating and managing residents' daily chores. At times, perform light janitorial duties such as sweep, mop, taking-out trash. Advise Program Manager of building maintenance needs.
Carry out emergency fire evacuation and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Assist with shift-coverage when schedule gaps present due to staff shortage including a willingness to work occasional weekend or evening/early shifts
Participate in required annual training required by licensing agency or by Program Manager or Clinical Director
Participate in regular supervision and staff meetings as assigned by Program Manager
Keep all required clearances up to date
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or related field (preferably working with adolescents/young adults).
Reporting to the Program Manager, this is a part-time, non-exempt level position with morning, evening, and overnight shifts available. All candidates must possess a valid Driver's License, obtain the required DC clearances (and other states as applicable) and provide any additional information regarding previous records, if necessary.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Full-Time Youth Engagement Specialist
Washington, DC jobs
Job Description
Youth Engagement Specialist
About Us:
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of homeless youth services in the DC Region. Through the holistic integration of its Pillars of Opportunity, Sasha Bruce is able to provide safe homes, life skills, and workforce development to meet the unique needs of homeless youth. For almost 50 years, Sasha Bruce has implemented innovative interventions aimed at ending youth homelessness in the DC region. Today, the programs in DC and Prince George's County, MD, reach over 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth, and their families.
Being employed by Sasha Bruce, is a great opportunity to work with a focused, mission-oriented organization, that has a kind and caring work environment, and makes a difference in our community every day.
[For FT positions only] In addition to competitive pay, we offer health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, vacation, sick and maternity/paternity leave, as well as a 403(B) plan.
Program Summary:
The Sasha Bruce Therapeutic Group Home is one of Sasha Bruce's newest programs serving children and youth ages 13-21 from foster care who present with an Axis 1 diagnosis. The program has a high level of structure, supervision, behavior management/modification, and clinical intervention due to the nature of the emotional and behavioral conditions.
Job Summary:
The Youth Engagement Specialist is responsible for monitoring the safety and conduct of house residents; and providing clinical and crisis intervention, as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for reporting, planning and implementation of the weekday activity schedule.
Make regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside and check individual rooms when necessary.
Maintain all necessary records, including but not limited to legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log.
Provide crisis intervention and on-site counseling.
Carry out emergency fire evacuation, and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Provide office coverage, answer and record all phone calls and visitors.
Ensure supervision of house participants to include enforcing house rules and house safety.
Participate in training provided or recommended by the Agency, during non-shift hours, as required.
Participate in regular supervision meetings with the program director.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or a related field. Prior experience working with adolescents/young adults required.
Strong spoken and written English language skills, including report writing.
Possess a valid Driver's License; pass required DC clearances (and other states as applicable).
Experience working with youth, teens, and families dealing with trauma, crisis, and community stress.
Great work ethic, excellent time management, efficiency, problem solving, and customer service skills.
Possess good organizational skills, the ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and be detailed oriented.
Ability to work extra hours, attend meetings/training, when needed
Must have a commitment to ending youth homelessness, racial equity, inclusion, and issues central to Sasha Bruce Youthwork's mission.
Other duties as assigned.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Part-Time Weekend Youth Engagement Specialist
Washington, DC jobs
Job Description
Youth Engagement Specialist
About Us:
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of homeless youth services in the DC Region. Through the holistic integration of its Pillars of Opportunity, Sasha Bruce is able to provide safe homes, life skills, and workforce development to meet the unique needs of homeless youth. For almost 50 years, Sasha Bruce has implemented innovative interventions aimed at ending youth homelessness in the DC region. Today, the programs in DC and Prince George's County, MD, reach over 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth, and their families.
Being employed by Sasha Bruce, is a great opportunity to work with a focused, mission-oriented organization, that has a kind and caring work environment, and makes a difference in our community every day.
[For FT positions only] In addition to competitive pay, we offer health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, vacation, sick and maternity/paternity leave, as well as a 403(B) plan.
Program Summary:
The Sasha Bruce Therapeutic Group Home is one of Sasha Bruce's newest programs serving children and youth ages 13-21 from foster care who present with an Axis 1 diagnosis. The program has a high level of structure, supervision, behavior management/modification, and clinical intervention due to the nature of the emotional and behavioral conditions.
Job Summary:
The Youth Engagement Specialist is responsible for monitoring the safety and conduct of house residents; and providing clinical and crisis intervention, as needed. This position is a weekend only position Saturday and Sunday 2:45 PM to 11:00 PM.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for reporting, planning and implementation of the weekday activity schedule.
Make regular house check inspections inside the building and in the area immediately outside and check individual rooms when necessary.
Maintain all necessary records, including but not limited to legible, comprehensive and accurate reports of house activities in the house log.
Provide crisis intervention and on-site counseling.
Carry out emergency fire evacuation, and emergency procedures in case of an illness or accident.
Provide office coverage, answer and record all phone calls and visitors.
Ensure supervision of house participants to include enforcing house rules and house safety.
Participate in training provided or recommended by the Agency, during non-shift hours, as required.
Participate in regular supervision meetings with the program director.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 2 to 3 years' relevant experience in Human Services or a related field. Prior experience working with adolescents/young adults required.
Strong spoken and written English language skills, including report writing.
Possess a valid Driver's License; pass required DC clearances (and other states as applicable).
Experience working with youth, teens, and families dealing with trauma, crisis, and community stress.
Great work ethic, excellent time management, efficiency, problem solving, and customer service skills.
Possess good organizational skills, the ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and be detailed oriented.
Ability to work extra hours, attend meetings/training, when needed
Must have a commitment to ending youth homelessness, racial equity, inclusion, and issues central to Sasha Bruce Youthwork's mission.
Other duties as assigned.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Sasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. is also committed to comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Youth and Family Counselor
Washington, DC jobs
Job Description
About Sasha Bruce Youthwork
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of services for youth experiencing homelessness in the DC region. Through the holistic integration of our Pillars of Opportunity-safe homes, life skills, and workforce development- we address the complex and unique needs of young people and their families.
For over 50 years, SBY has led innovative efforts to end youth homelessness. Today, our programs in Washington, DC, and Prince George's County, MD, reach more than 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth and their families annually.
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Position Summary: Youth and Family Counselor
The Youth and Family Counselor provides trauma-informed, family-centered clinical services to youth and families experiencing family violence. This position serves clients at Bruce House, SBY's emergency shelter for youth ages 12-17, as well as Chloe House and REACH, our shelter programs for pre-adjudicated youth ages 12-17 involved in the juvenile justice system.
The Youth and Family Counselor works to reduce violence, promote emotional healing, strengthen communication, and stabilize family systems. This position is embedded within SBY's residential programs and collaborates closely with program staff to support early intervention, family reunification, and long-term stability for youth and caregivers.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Provide trauma-informed individual and family therapy to youth and caregivers impacted by family violence, child abuse, neglect, or family conflict.
· Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, develop treatment and safety plans, and revise them as needed in collaboration with clients and program staff.
· Deliver on-site crisis intervention, de-escalation, and stabilization support for clients in shelter programs.
· Facilitate psychoeducation and skill-building groups for youth and families on topics such as parenting skills, communication, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and healthy relationships.
· Support clients in navigating and accessing appropriate community resources, such as family counseling, parenting supports, and mental health or legal services.
· Coordinate care with case managers, schools, community-based therapists, and other providers to ensure continuity and alignment of services.
· Provide consultation and coaching to residential staff to enhance trauma-informed and family-centered responses to conflict and crisis.
· Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute clinical insight to care planning and family reunification efforts.
· Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in compliance with SBY policies and funder requirements.
· Collect and report data related to client progress and program outcomes as required by SBY and funders.
· Participate in weekly clinical supervision with the Director of Clinical Care.
· Engage in ongoing professional development, training, and reflective practice to strengthen clinical skills and cultural responsiveness.
· Other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Care or designee.
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Qualifications
· Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field.
· Licensure to practice in Washington, DC, independently or under supervision (LGSW, LICSW, LGPC, LPC).
· Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed care, family systems, and crisis intervention.
· Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
· Flexibility to travel between sites across DC; availability to work occasional evenings or weekends to meet client needs.
· Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice.
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Additional Information
This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits. Clinical supervision toward independent licensure will be provided. Some evening hours may be required to accommodate client schedules.
If an offer is extended, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, FBI fingerprinting, and any additional screenings required by funders or licensing bodies.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity,
religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Youth and Family Counselor
Washington, DC jobs
About Sasha Bruce Youthwork
Sasha Bruce Youthwork (SBY) is the leading provider of services for youth experiencing homelessness in the DC region. Through the holistic integration of our Pillars of Opportunity-safe homes, life skills, and workforce development- we address the complex and unique needs of young people and their families.
For over 50 years, SBY has led innovative efforts to end youth homelessness. Today, our programs in Washington, DC, and Prince George's County, MD, reach more than 6,500 runaway, homeless, abused, and neglected youth and their families annually.
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Position Summary: Youth and Family Counselor
The Youth and Family Counselor provides trauma-informed, family-centered clinical services to youth and families experiencing family violence. This position serves clients at Bruce House, SBY's emergency shelter for youth ages 12-17, as well as Chloe House and REACH, our shelter programs for pre-adjudicated youth ages 12-17 involved in the juvenile justice system.
The Youth and Family Counselor works to reduce violence, promote emotional healing, strengthen communication, and stabilize family systems. This position is embedded within SBY's residential programs and collaborates closely with program staff to support early intervention, family reunification, and long-term stability for youth and caregivers.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Provide trauma-informed individual and family therapy to youth and caregivers impacted by family violence, child abuse, neglect, or family conflict.
· Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, develop treatment and safety plans, and revise them as needed in collaboration with clients and program staff.
· Deliver on-site crisis intervention, de-escalation, and stabilization support for clients in shelter programs.
· Facilitate psychoeducation and skill-building groups for youth and families on topics such as parenting skills, communication, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and healthy relationships.
· Support clients in navigating and accessing appropriate community resources, such as family counseling, parenting supports, and mental health or legal services.
· Coordinate care with case managers, schools, community-based therapists, and other providers to ensure continuity and alignment of services.
· Provide consultation and coaching to residential staff to enhance trauma-informed and family-centered responses to conflict and crisis.
· Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute clinical insight to care planning and family reunification efforts.
· Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in compliance with SBY policies and funder requirements.
· Collect and report data related to client progress and program outcomes as required by SBY and funders.
· Participate in weekly clinical supervision with the Director of Clinical Care.
· Engage in ongoing professional development, training, and reflective practice to strengthen clinical skills and cultural responsiveness.
· Other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Care or designee.
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Qualifications
· Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field.
· Licensure to practice in Washington, DC, independently or under supervision (LGSW, LICSW, LGPC, LPC).
· Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed care, family systems, and crisis intervention.
· Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
· Flexibility to travel between sites across DC; availability to work occasional evenings or weekends to meet client needs.
· Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice.
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Additional Information
This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits. Clinical supervision toward independent licensure will be provided. Some evening hours may be required to accommodate client schedules.
If an offer is extended, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, FBI fingerprinting, and any additional screenings required by funders or licensing bodies.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity,
religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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Job Description
Pathways to Housing DC is an innovative agency based in the heart of Washington, D.C. We believe that housing is a basic human right, and that without housing people are unable to address their mental health disorders, addictions, and other life stressors. We provide each person entering our program their own apartment, without requiring treatment compliance or sobriety as a prerequisite. We then provide each person with intensive support services to help them stay housed and begin their journey to recovery.
The Certified Addictions Counselor in collaboration with Psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and peers, provides services for substance abuse and addiction treatment support to clients in a compassionate and responsible manner. Integrated dual disorder treatment is provided using a harm reduction approach. Interventions include both group and individual therapy, relapse prevention, and education.
Successful Addictions Counselors are flexible and patience, work well in a fast-paced environment, and are independent thinkers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with client in the formulation of an Individual Recovery Plan (IRP) that is reviewed and modified with client on a regular basis;
Provide outreach, case management, counselling, advocacy, and other needed services to clients in any environment including: the streets, shelters, jails, hospitals, apartments, office, etc.,80% of contact with clients is conducted in the field;
Provide individually tailored services to each client in the following areas: housing, school, training & work opportunities, activities of daily living, health, wellness self-management, relapse prevention, money management & entitlements, medication support, self-help & empowerment, problem solving, family life & social relationships and integrated treatment for substance abuse;
Maintain written and computerized records compile reports and complete other program documentation (e.g.,progress notes, incident reports, on-call logs, letters, and psychosocial assessments);
Coordinate and monitor referrals to community services and advocate client participation;
Lead groups, workshops, and in-service and advocate client participation;
80% of time will be spent in the field/community, directly providing services to persons living serious mental illness.
Perform related work as assigned;
QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensed as a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) in the District of Columbia
Minimum of one year experience in social services, supported housing, or with person with disabilities;
Patience, creativity, flexibility, compassion, and sensitivity to persons with disabilities and other minority populations;
Demonstrated knowledge of harm reduction theory/applications;
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus;
Driver's license and vehicle required
Certified Addictions Counselor *** Bonus $1500***
Washington, DC jobs
Pathways to Housing DC is an innovative agency based in the heart of Washington, D.C. We believe that housing is a basic human right, and that without housing people are unable to address their mental health disorders, addictions, and other life stressors. We provide each person entering our program their own apartment, without requiring treatment compliance or sobriety as a prerequisite. We then provide each person with intensive support services to help them stay housed and begin their journey to recovery.
The Certified Addictions Counselor in collaboration with Psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and peers, provides services for substance abuse and addiction treatment support to clients in a compassionate and responsible manner. Integrated dual disorder treatment is provided using a harm reduction approach. Interventions include both group and individual therapy, relapse prevention, and education.
Successful Addictions Counselors are flexible and patience, work well in a fast-paced environment, and are independent thinkers.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Collaborate with client in the formulation of an Individual Recovery Plan (IRP) that is reviewed and modified with client on a regular basis;
Provide outreach, case management, counselling, advocacy, and other needed services to clients in any environment including: the streets, shelters, jails, hospitals, apartments, office, etc.,80% of contact with clients is conducted in the field;
Provide individually tailored services to each client in the following areas: housing, school, training & work opportunities, activities of daily living, health, wellness self-management, relapse prevention, money management & entitlements, medication support, self-help & empowerment, problem solving, family life & social relationships and integrated treatment for substance abuse;
Maintain written and computerized records compile reports and complete other program documentation (e.g.,progress notes, incident reports, on-call logs, letters, and psychosocial assessments);
Coordinate and monitor referrals to community services and advocate client participation;
Lead groups, workshops, and in-service and advocate client participation;
80% of time will be spent in the field/community, directly providing services to persons living serious mental illness.
Perform related work as assigned;
QUALIFICATIONS :
Licensed as a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) in the District of Columbia
Minimum of one year experience in social services, supported housing, or with person with disabilities;
Patience, creativity, flexibility, compassion, and sensitivity to persons with disabilities and other minority populations;
Demonstrated knowledge of harm reduction theory/applications;
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus;
Driver's license and vehicle required
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