Position Summary:
Under direct supervision, provides a broad range of paraprofessional social services to youth and their families.
Work Schedule:
The hours for this position are typically 12pm-8pm M, T, W2, TH and 9am-5pm on F. Hours during summer and school breaks are from 8:30am-5pm Monday-Friday. Opportunities for varying hours can be discussed with the program manager.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
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Coordinates/provides resiliency support services for all Remix Clubhouse members.
- Provides skills training groups to members and incorporating evidence-based practices/curriculums.
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Provides CSI (Community Support Individual) to members on caseload or as needed.
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Documents to account for all services provided.
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Provides overall daily care for members, preparing meals, general oversight, etc.
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Collaborate with parents to coordinate care for members.
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Works cooperatively with other community agencies which may be serving the member (school system, DFCS, etc.)
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Charts all contacts with families, community agencies, or other collaborations for the member’s care.
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Advocates for youth with mental health and behavioral challenges.
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Maintains the strictest confidentiality of all information related to the member’s care
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Assist in coordinating/creating monthly Family Nights
- Provides transportation for members
- Monitors members treatment plan goals
- Works within a team environment and with external stakeholders
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Attend staff meetings, conferences, workshops, or other meetings as required by the supervisor or agency.
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Works cooperatively and in a professional manner with all clubhouse staff and other agency personnel.
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Assists with daily administrative tasks as assigned or needed.
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Collaborates with community organizations/places of business to incorporate outings into members’ treatment.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED AND One year of experience in a social service-related position OR Two years
at an accredited college or university with at least 15 credit hours in a social service-related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Computer proficiency, previous work with electronic health record systems, and work with children/youth Knowledge of community resources appropriate to the ethnic background of the population served; Knowledge of the ethnic culture, beliefs, customs and health practices common to the ethnic population served.
