Youth Systems Navigator - San Diego Youth Services : Job Details

San Diego Youth Services

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Youth Systems Navigator

San Diego Youth Services seeks a Youth Systems Navigator in the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) to be based in La Mesa. This is a full-time & non-exempt position reporting to the YHDP Program Manager.

San Diego Youth Services: Who we are

San Diego Youth Services has helped improve the lives of more than 780,000 homeless, runaway and vulnerable youth since its beginning in 1970. We provide safe places to live and long-term solutions through shelter, foster homes, community centers and housing to more than 28,000 youth every year at 100+ community and school locations. Through prevention, early intervention and treatment, we also help youth before they need higher levels of care or become homeless.

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SDYS has a staff of approximately 250 employees and 80 volunteers working across San Diego County and an annual budget of approximately $24 million. You can learn more about us at www.sdyouthservices.org

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION OR PROGRAM DESCRIPTION HIRING FOR

Our YHDP program consists of four components and provides rapid rehousing, as well as transitional housing to homeless and at-risk young adults to help them become independent and self-sufficient so that they are able to leave our programs and live on their own.

CONTEXT OF THE POSITION

Responsible for providing comprehensive case management services to transitional aged homeless youth (ages 18-24) with trauma-informed principles.

Essential functions include:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate an integrated approach for transition-aged youth, some with co-occurring disorders, in quality trauma informed youth programs, which adhere to and uphold the rigorous standards of San Diego Youth Services as mandated by its mission, purpose, guiding principles and standards of quality.
• Provide quality trauma informed services to youth that adhere to and uphold the rigorous standards of SDYS.
• Establish rapport with transition-aged youth from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Link youth with resources that are appropriate to their individualized needs.
• Develop Independent Life Plans and provide coaching and resource navigation services in areas relating to independent living skills development, educational and vocational services, health and wellness, crisis intervention, leadership development support and adherence, when applicable.
• Monitor participant progress and maintain accurate records including data entry into approved database and reports.
• Work independently and as a team member to create innovative ways to meet goals and provide a high level of service that is engaging and meets the needs of the participants.
• Coordinate advocacy efforts for youth serviced within and across the TAY system of care and assist youth in locating, coordinating, and developing informal and formal resources and networks in the community.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors required and/or minimum 2-years' experience working with high-risk adolescents preferably with a basis in Trauma-Informed care, dual diagnosis, and cultural competency.
• Bi-lingual desirable.
• Completed Peer Specialist training is preferred.
• Able to work in a diverse environment and demonstrate cultural competence.
• Must be willing to develop or possess working knowledge of trauma-informed care and dual diagnosis treatment.
• Must be available to work weekends and evenings as assigned by supervisor and/or as needed.
• Willing to successfully complete background check, drug test, and TB test.
• Must have or be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Must have own reliable transportation and must be able to provide transport to youth as needed in the community.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch to assist youth.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand, to exchange accurate information and make presentations.
• Willing to support youth with the moving process which may require the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to observe details at a close range and interpret the information (such as reading), prepare, and review a variety of documents related to activities of the youth and to be able to monitor youth activities.
• Sitting or standing (stationary position) for extended periods of time.
• Traversing extended lengths to move around campuses.
• Potential exposure to physical injury from aggressive behavior.

SDYS EXPECTATIONS

• Adhere to and uphold the rigorous standards of SDYS as mandated by its mission, purpose, guiding principles and standards of quality.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy standards of service partner protected health information and other applicable information and material in accordance to agency and center policies, and applicable regulations and laws including HIPAA.
• Welcome and support SDYS volunteers and assist them in accomplishing their services whenever applicable.
• Effectively communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Recognize, nurture, and learn from strengths in co-workers.
• Maintain warm, welcoming and safe work environments.
• Possess flexibility to accomplish job responsibilities in several work environments, whether it be from home, on the road, or in an office.
• Employment is subject to required clearances which include tuberculosis test, fingerprinting, background checks, and drug testing.

Salary Range: $21.00 – 23.00/hour

To apply, please send resume and cover letter through job posting on SDYS website. SDYS offers a comprehensive benefits package to full time employees that includes generous PTO, personal holidays, health, vision, dental, life insurance, parental leave and a 403(b)-retirement plan with matching contribution. SDYS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer. Read more about the PSLF program here.

All are welcome at San Diego Youth Services.

As an organization working to meet the basic needs of youth, create positive connections, help youth develop life skills, and promote overall health and well-being, SDYS believes its practices and actions must reflect the highest level of commitment to access, equity, and social justice.

The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our members invest in their work represents not only part of the SDYS' culture, but the SDYS' reputation and achievements as well. SDYS remains open to feedback from all communities it touches and knows that input from those with direct experience of issues will make the SDYS more effective in achieving its goals.

SDYS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act as amended, all new employees must verify their eligibility to work in the United States.

SDYS is proud to be a kindness certified company.