Youth Shelter Outreach Coordinator na Youth and Family Advocates, Inc.

Description

WHO IS YFA?

We tackle some of the world's toughest problems. Our employees are an incredible group of compassionate, committed individuals, drawn by the opportunity to make a difference. Year over year, our employees report they are proud to work here and are willing to go above and beyond in service of our mission to create a safe, nurturing environment for children.

Youth and Family Advocates (YFA) was founded in 1970. Our purpose and role is to serve children and families in crisis, providing programs that encourage healing, restoration, and success for those we serve. This is why “Family” is our middle name! Our hardworking 350+ team members work in partnership with communities and families, providing a full range of services across the state of Florida.

No matter the role, we believe every team member at YFA has a critical role in supporting our children and our communities and we constantly strive to ensure a positive, purpose-driven, dynamic work environment for you to learn, grow and meet your fullest potential.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Outreach Coordinator partners with other community organizations that provide services to the Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) population to coordinate community-wide education and information effort targeting to identify and assist RHY.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Design and implement outreach plans to engage families in on-campus and community activities.
• Develop and deliver presentations to promote community engagement opportunities.
• Conduct outreach to locate runaway and homeless youth; distribute essentials like food, water, hygiene products, and clothing.
• Participate in quality improvement processes and facilitate group activities.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and shelter counselors to develop individualized treatment plans for youth.
• Build relationships with community organizations to support outreach and create a resource list.
• Maintain partnerships with agencies supporting homeless youth and families.
• Lead local marketing efforts, awareness campaigns, and events.
• Represent YFA at speaking engagements, festivals, concerts, and community events.
• Create written documentation and materials for reference and communication.
• Provide content ideas for press releases and media features to leadership.
• Engage and build relationships with parents to support youth development.
• Serve as a Youth Development Specialist as needed.
• Act as a role model for youth, demonstrating positive behavior and interactions.
• Assist with facility tasks, food preparation, client supervision, field trips, and record keeping.
• Work under the supervision of Residential Supervisor and Shift Leads with limited autonomy.
• Transport clients when necessary.
• Be available to work during extreme weather events (e.g., hurricanes or tropical storms).

Location: 18377 Sheriff Mylander Way, Brooksville, FL 34601

Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED:

Education & Experience:

· High School Diploma, bachelor’s degree in education or a human service-related field (preferred).

· 3 years of combined experience in at least 2 of the following specialties: education, human services, and/or community outreach.

· Experience in serving as an advocate for children/parents, building community relationships, and convening workshops (preferred).

· Ability to manage personal reactions to traumatic stories and situations and communicate a sense of trust and safety.

· Ability to understand and empathize with individuals, recognizing the impact of trauma on emotions, relationships, and overall well-being.

· Preferred knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed principles and practices, including the importance of creating a safe environment, fostering trust, promoting collaboration, and empowering individuals.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

· Ability to maintain a wide range of internal and external relationships

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to work cooperatively in a group/team setting and show respect to others

· Ability to work at a high level of autonomy, and exhibit sound decision-making skills and critical thinking

· Proven problem solving and conflict resolution skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites

· Skilled in actively listening to concerns, providing a safe space for individuals to express themselves without judgment or blame

Physical Requirements:

Position requires employee to work with computers daily. Ability to travel in multi-county areas frequently. Ability to lift 25 pounds, bend, stand or sit for extended periods of time.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

At YFA, we are as dedicated to our team members as we are to our mission! YFA provides:

• 13 Days of PTO, Incrementally Increasing Annually
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 5 Days Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Legal Services
• ID Monitoring
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with match after 12 months
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities

And of course, an opportunity to make the world a better place!

Youth and Family Advocates is committed to fostering a trauma informed workplace culture, to include a commitment to ensuring that employees interact with children, families, and each other in ways that promote healing, resiliency, and responsiveness to the impact of trauma in the lives of individuals.

Youth and Family Advocates is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We adhere to the principles of affirmative action and strictly prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on these protected characteristics.

Youth and Family Advocates comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other privileges of employment.

Youth and Family Advocates are committed to promoting a healthy and safe work environment, which is why we always maintain a smoke-free workplace. All forms of tobacco or vaping products of any kind are not permitted on YFA premises.