Job description

* Please visit our Join the Team page www.youthrising.org/apply to complete the application process. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Submit the following: (1) cover letter (2) resume (3) completed YR application

Youth Rising House Klamath is a parenting and pregnant teens residential living program. We also offer transitional living solutions for underserved populations within the service region. We are currently hiring female direct support staff to provide guidance, supervision, and care for PPT youth. Experience in maternity homes is a plus!

Salary: $18-$20/hourly D.O.E.

Report to: Home Support Coordinator

Location: Roseburg/Douglas County, Oregon

Number of hires: 4

Start Date: April 2023

Shifts:

1st Shift 7a - 3p

2nd Shift 3p - 11p

3rd shift 11p - 7a

Wknd 1 7a - 7p

Wknd 2 7p - 7a

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• The ideal candidate will have an Associate Degree in human services related field, 3 or more years experience working in residential with vulnerable populations or a bachelor’s degree with at least one year in a residential setting. (substance abuse treatment, mental health, group home, juvenile detention, etc).
• DSP’s will be responsible for direct services to youth daily.
• DSP’s will provide youth with assistance in developing natural supports, assist youth in creating long-term life goals known as life-assignments (40 Developmental Assets), utilize and assist youth in gaining problem-solving skills, assist service recipients in identifying and combating negative self-talk, provide supervision and promote safety and a clean environment for service recipients and families.
• DSP’s must be capable of monitoring youth and identifying needs throughout their shift, greet new youth and community members at the door, provide resources on community supports & services, support youth with how to identify assets, engage disengaged youth to participate in new activities, and cultivate a safe, inclusive environment filled with empowerment and healthy boundaries between peer-peers and staff peers.
• This position requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively with ease, strong attention to detail and time management, outstanding oral/written communication skills, and strong organizational skills.
• The Direct Support Professional (DSP)/ Peer Advocate will provide peer support services to residents at the YR House facility, many of whom experience challenges related to mental health, oppression, and other system involvement.
• DSP’s will be expected to demonstrate competency in recovery and ongoing coping skills to build connections with youth and assist in needs-identification, solution brainstorming, and self-advocacy.
• DSP's will provide on-site supervision of youth participants and utilize reporting systems.

* Please visit our Join the Team page www.youthrising.org/applyto complete the application process. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Submit the following: (1) cover letter (2) resume (3) completed YR application

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Roseburg, OR: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you understand that YRH is hiring female candidates for the pregnant/parenting teens home.

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• working in a residential program: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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