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JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Assistant Program Director, the Youth Care Advocate is responsible for ensuring that all clients receive professional, safe care in a well-maintained and secure environment. In this function the Youth Care Advocate is responsible to ensure that YMCA, DYS and DEEC policies are applied. A Youth Care Advocate is responsible to apply his/her own skills, experience and interests while interacting and counseling clients. A Youth Care Advocate must maintain a positive role model for clients, enhance their self-worth and provide encouragement so that they may reach their full potential. A Youth Care Advocate is responsible to contribute to a positive work environment by illustrating pride in his/her job and cooperation with co-workers and the Assistant Program Director. He/she will reflect and display the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
JOB FUNCTION:
Program/Department Responsibilities:
Ensure all security procedures, as outlined in the Operations Manual, are followed in full to provide a safe, secure and healthy environment for clients and staff.
Closely monitor all clients in all phases of their daily activities and during their night routine and to make sure that all rules and regulations of the OCY Pre-TIL Program are followed both on and off the unit.
Plan, implement and supervise recreational activities during free time for clients (games, discussions, etc.).
Conduct thorough intake and discharge procedures, including all paperwork and careful storage and labeling of clients’ belongings and valuables.
Complete all paperwork and documentation as needed, including log entries, van mileage, incident reports, meal count sheets, clinical reports, security sheets, etc., prior to completion of shift.
Prevent crisis situations from escalating and assist a crisis situation by intervening and counseling clients in a calm, professional manner and utilizing your Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Skills, and if necessary, physical restraints.
Attend and participate in all required program meetings and professional trainings.
Maintain required certification, including becoming MAP certified within six months of start date.
Accept advocacy responsibilities for assigned residents.
Report any suspected child abuse to the Assistant Director or designee.
Supervise, prepare and assist in meal preparation and laundry chores.
Be punctual in attendance and follow the OCY Pre-TIL Program’s Policies and Procedures.
Receive permission from Assistant Program Director or designee prior to leaving the unit to ensure proper staff coverage.
Maintain YMCA, DCF, DYS, DEEC policies and procedures.
Work as part of a team with co-workers.
Follow dress code policy.
Complete resident monthly reports competently and on time.
To assist other service corporation programs as directed.
Assume PIC (Person in Charge) responsibilities as assigned.
Emergency procedures (fire, safety and medical) are adhered to accordingly and posted on the unit.
Complete supply inventories upon request.
Provide professional and courteous telephone service to all contacts when needed.
There will be occasions that the use of your personal vehicle will be expected and required. You will be reimbursed for the mileage completed during an Old Colony Y assignment.
Location
238 Main Street, Fall River, Massachusetts 02720
Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Driver's License and Good Driving History Preferred.
