ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended as examples of the types of work that may be performed by a Youth-Family Advisor, but are not necessarily performed and do not include all specific functions and responsibilities that the Youth-Family Advisor may be expected to perform.
- · Provide Youth Reentry Transition Support services during the assigned youth’s out-of-home placement and continue support for the youth and family for up to one year after discharge.
- Conduct needs assessments with each youth and their family, create individualized reentry plans, and provide ongoing case management at intake and regular intervals while the case remains active.
- Facilitate connections to necessary resources and supports before the youth’s release and for up to one year post-discharge; provide wrap-around case management to support resource utilization.
- Coordinate services and actively place youth and families at relevant job training programs, housing resources, employment opportunities, and social services, including substance use and mental health treatment programs.
- Plan and facilitate workshop sessions for youth in residential placement settings; workshop topics will include job readiness and soft skills, peer and family relationships, restorative justice, and other essential life skills.
- Provide emotional support and assist participants with navigating the challenges and successes of their reentry transition; promote family strengths and connection to supports.
- Maintain regular contact with the Community Support Specialist regarding service coordination and attend recreation and group community activities.
- Provide regular, face-to-face contact at the residential facilities, in the home, at school, or in the community. Maintain frequent follow-up with youth and families.
- Collaborate with YRS treatment teams and families to support and create an individual reentry plan; attend monthly treatment meetings, aftercare, and other planning meetings.
- Assess and report on client progress and participation at regular intervals; Track and update client information using the agency’s database program; complete case notes and maintain regular contact with YRS regarding youth progress.
- Assist with policy, communications, and development as they relate to the program.
- Accept and perform other work as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Understands and supports the Delaware Center for Justice and Restorative Justice Philosophy and mission.
- Significant knowledge and experience related to justice-involved people, the social forces and systems impacting them, and the resources available to them are required.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in human services, social work, or a related field is also required. Master’s degree preferred.
- Experience in motivational interviewing, strengths-based case management, trauma-informed practice, and/or Cognitive Behavioral practices also preferred.
- Background checks and clearances required as per program contract(s).
- Ability to multitask and effectively manage work at different sites (in-office and off-site).
- Must have a valid Delaware Driver’s License; Use of personal vehicle required.
- Strong team building, organizing, writing, and other communication skills are essential.
- Experience with group facilitation preferred.
- Basic computer skills, including but not limited to the use of Microsoft Office, as well as Zoom/Skype and other distance meeting resources.
- Ability to multitask and work both independently and with supervision, on-site and remotely.
- Embrace an understanding of justice involvement that acknowledges the impact of institutional racism and the systemic oppression of BIPOC, women, and LGBTQ+ people; must share the belief that people can change in positive ways.
- Must be comfortable providing community-based services.
- Must embrace teamwork, have a strong work ethic, be a self-starter with a positive attitude, with a good sense of humor.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $49,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Wilmington, DE 19801 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wilmington, DE 19801: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
