Youth Self-Care Advisor - My Best Self

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Main Campus - McKeesport, PA 15132Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesAuberle strengthens thousands of individuals and families each year, helping to build strong communities. Auberle has evolved into a premier multi-service agency with programs spanning Workforce Development, Housing, Foster Care, Young Adult Services, and Behavioral Health. Auberle’s mission is to help build strong individuals, families, and communities

Program Description

Ward Home, INC

My Best Self which builds self-esteem and teaches hair care and personal hygiene to Allegheny County young people in placement anywhere in the state. MBS also assists youth experiencing homelessness and need self-care support. The program provides professional hair services, culturally specific self-care supplies, social exposures, and self-care workshops to youth in Congregate Care facilities and Transition Aged Youth up to age 24.

Position Title and Overview

Self-Care Advisor

Facilitate workshops, presentations, and individual sessions with youth on a variety of hygiene and self-care topics
Research information needed to prepare workshops
Support and facilitate the referral process for new clients for the MBS program
Recruit salon providers and vendors as needed
Schedule appointments and track hair services for the MBS program
Maintain and submit salon provider invoices for payment as needed
Research, organize and attend social exposure events
Distribute survey information for each service provided by the MBS program
Create and distribute self-care bags
Attend all assigned and required training internal and external
Attend all required meetings internal and external as needed

QualificationsApplicate Qualifications

Communicate effectively in speech and in writing
Requires maintaining a flexible schedule including evenings and Saturdays

Location and Travel Requirements

This position is primarily located in McKeesport. All positions are also expected to come to training, meetings, and other events at Main Campus in McKeesport, Swissvale, and other local community agencies, as scheduled.

The travel required for this position is moderate.

Position Requirements

Act 33/34 and FBI Clearances
High School Diploma required; preferred Associates degree in the field of social work or related field of study with a 1 of cosmetology experience
Valid PA driver’s license, vehicle, and proof of insurance

Great Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance
Generous paid time off
Retirement savings plan and company match
Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance
Professional development and training opportunities
A commitment to work-life balance

Apply Here

If you are mission-driven, passionate about helping others, and eager to succeed, we encourage you to apply. To join our team, please apply at https://www.auberle.org/careers

Learn more about us at www.auberle.org

Auberle is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.