Youth Advocate-Overnight Shift - Children And Families First Delaware : Job Details

Youth Advocate-Overnight Shift

Children And Families First Delaware

Job Location : Seaford,DE, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-07T07:08:52Z

Job Description :

Job Type Full-timeDescription

Supervise and guide residents through daily routine/schedule utilizing the program's Behavioral Modification practices.
Counsel residents in appropriate living, social interaction, self care/personal hygiene, and related skills; crisis intervention counseling as needed, which may include using passive restraint techniques.
Oversees conducting of homework and study hour periods; monitors use of library.
May prepare meals and monitor/direct resident behavior and appropriate food selection during meals; utilize food and supplies according to inventory procedures.
Document and chart resident performance and behavior, compile statistics and other documentation of resident performance and behavior.
Participate in and guide resident participation in recreational therapy and creative arts therapy exercises and activities; assist in planning of such programs.
Supervises and assists residents in any self-administration of medications as appropriate.
Perform emergency drills as needed.
Drive and escort residents to medical, dental, and other professional appointments.
Monitor resident movement to and from school, and otherwise.
Perform duties in accordance with program policies and procedures and utilize inventory, supplies, equipment, and program possessions appropriately.
Full-Time with benefits
Work Scheduled: 11:30p-7:30a Tuesday through Saturday.

Benefits include:

Requirements

Associate's degree in Human Services or related field with one year of related work experience is desired; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the agency's service population.
Must have valid driver's license, which meets the requirements of the agency's insurance carrier.
Must complete at least forty hours of training per year to include Medication Administration, CPR, First Aid, Passive Physical Restraint, and Crisis Control Techniques.
Previous counseling experience, preferably with adolescents.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and accurately.

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