Youth Engagement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Covenant House Illinois Full time
Job Summary

Covenant House Illinois is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Youth Engagement Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will provide direct, individualized support to youth residing in our residential program and/or attending our drop-in program.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure the highest quality delivery of services to youth in accordance with the Covenant House Mission Statement and Principles and Core Values.
  • Assist in the implementation of youth case plans.
  • Support the implementation of Trauma Informed Care, Harm Reduction, and Positive Youth Development.
  • Participate in required training and team meetings.
  • Supervise all youth activities in the space and engage youth in a positive manner.
  • Ensure a safe environment for all youth.
  • Escort youth to external activities.
  • Facilitate and monitor group support services including activities and meetings.
  • Document information using case files and ETO regarding all client interaction, caseload progress and outside agency contact.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, or a social service field preferred; or High School Diploma with 5-10 years of related experience.
  • Effective written, verbal, listening and communication skills.
  • Ability to exercise appropriate judgment in crisis situations, with effective interpersonal skills.
  • Must be willing to function as an active member of an interdisciplinary team.
Benefits
  • $19/hour starting wage.
  • Paid double time for working on an agency defined holiday.
  • Very low cost to the employee Blue Cross PPO Health Insurance.
  • Three weeks paid vacation in your first year of employment which increases to four weeks after your first year.
  • Paid sick time accrued separately from vacation time.
  • Four personal days per year.
  • 12 paid holidays.
  • 403(b) Plan. Employee contribution is optional; however, Covenant House contributes a percentage of your salary to your 403(b) Plan.
  • Long Term Disability Plan.
  • Training opportunities on site to continue your professional development.

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