Youth Care Advocate - Boys & Girls Aid : Job Details

All cultures, races, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities are welcome at Boys & Girls Aid.

Boys & Girls Aid's Safe Place Shelter in Hillsboro, OR is looking to hire a full-time Youth Care Advocate. Are you caring and empathetic while able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries? Can you remain calm and patient in stressful situations? Do you have a strong work ethic? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!

This direct care position earns a competitive wage of $19.50 - $20.00/hour. We offer an employee assistance program, and our agency qualifies for Student Loan Forgiveness. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS AID

Founded in 1885, we are focused on family permanency. Our mission is to make sure that every child in foster care grows up in a family. We teach and model healthy environments, invest in relationships, and work to cultivate the best opportunities for children. As we focus on building positive and long-lasting relationships, we strive to create a formidable foundation for the youth we serve.

Each employee plays a direct role in adding value to the those we serve. We understand that how we treat our employees reflects on their performance. We strive to show our staff how much they are valued through a culture of open communication, transparency, and honesty. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer a work-life balance within the company!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A YOUTH CARE ADVOCATE

Shift Schedule:

• Sunday: 3:00 PM – 10:30 PM
• Monday: 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
• Thursday: 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
• Friday: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM

As a Youth Care Advocate, you have the rewarding job of providing direct care to the youth at the Safe Place Shelter. You work with the youth to create routines, build positive relationships, and develop a framework for them after they leave our care. Acting as a mentor, you provide exceptional daily living assistance for each youth. This includes establishing foundational services, assisting with applications and homework, and facilitate proper communication. Additionally, you conduct daily activities for the youth based on their developmental ages and capabilities.

You perform behavior-shaping interventions, facilitate appropriate communications, model suitable problem solving, and help to ensure appropriate youth interactions. When necessary, you calmly implement trauma-informed care (TIC) strategies and provide interventions for maladaptive behaviors resulting from trauma. Your empathy comes through in your interactions with each participant that you work with. You always keep accurate records of daily activities and services provided in accordance with quality assurance and state licensing standards. Making a difference in the lives of youth gives you an incredible sense of purpose and that is why you love your job!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A YOUTH CARE ADVOCATE

• Bachelor's degree along with 1 year of experience in mental health, social services, or a related field OR  2+ years of experience.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR NON-PROFIT TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this direct care job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Note: This job description is representative of the major position requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive.