Youth Support Advocate - Part Time
part-time•New Bedford
About this role
Are you looking to have a positive impact in the lives of our youth?!
Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career in Human Services?!
If you're answering yes to either or both questions, then KDC is the place to be!
About this role:
Under the leadership of the Program Supervisor. Youth Support Advocates (YSA) are responsible for the supervision of the children utilizing the emergency shelter who are under the care of Department of Children and Families (DCF). The YSA is responsible for planning and implementing the identified services needed to assist the children at the emergency shelter. The YSA will ensure the shelter is cleaned, children are supervised, and food is prepared for the children.
- Compensation: $20 an hour
- Schedule: 28 hours per week
- Sunday 9am-9pm
- Monday 5pm-1am
- Tuesday 5pm-1am
We are looking for people who have:
- A High School Diploma or GED, required.
- Experience working with children, required.
- Ability to document clearly and efficiently.
- Ability to successfully complete trainings such as CPR, First Aid, and QBS SafetyCare Training provided by KDC.
The physical requirements for this role are:
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to successfully complete QBS SafetyCare Training provided by KDC.
In this role, you’ll get to:
- Welcome participants and develop a safe and helping relationship with children participating in the Emergency Shelter program.
- Supervise and maintain the safety of adolescents between the ages of (10-17) in the program.
- Deliver services in a culturally competent manner.
- Encourage and facilitate activities of daily living (ADLs) such as household maintenance, personal-care and hygiene, food preparation, leisure activities and socialization skill development.
- Participates in de-escalation and physical interventions of youth when required
- Act as a role model and provide a safe and nurturing environment for children and adolescents while helping them to gain sustainable skills that aid in their success in home, school, and the community.
- Ensure safety and security of the program while on shift.
- Acts as a positive role model for youth and coworkers, treating them with respect, dignity, understanding and fairness
- Maintain individuals’ confidentiality and records while preserving individuals’ human rights.
KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence!
What you'll do
- Youth Support Advocates are responsible for supervising children in an emergency shelter and implementing services to assist them. They ensure safety, cleanliness, and facilitate daily living activities.
About Kennedy-Donovan Center
Kennedy-Donovan Center, Inc. (KDC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1969 on the principle that all individuals have the right to participate and thrive in their community. Kennedy-Donovan Center supports people with developmental delays, disabilities or family challenges to pursue their personal potential and success in the community.
We fulfill our mission through a number of programs, which we offer in several regions: Early Intervention (EI), Early Intervention Partnerships, Healthy Families, KDC School (a 240-day developmental day school), Day Habilitation Services, Family Support Services/ Respite Care, Intensive Foster Care, and Transitional Job Support, as well as various residential support programs: Shared Living, Adult Family Care, Supported and Supervised Living, and Individual Support.
Each year, our diverse and dedicated staff of 600+ employees and 300 respite home care providers and foster parents, serves over 10,000 children, adults and families with (or at risk for) developmental disabilities or delays, and their families. We meet the needs of disabled individuals and their families throughout their life – from pregnancy, infancy, and childhood, into adulthood and the senior years. We operate a range of programs, including many in-home services, from eight community offices and 10 residences, to families in 160 communities across eastern and south central Massachusetts. We cover over 50% of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
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