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Company Name : Fairbanks Youth Advocates
Location : Fairbanks, AK 99701
Position : Youth Advocate (Evenings)
Job Description : Title: Youth AdvocateProgram: Fairbanks Youth AdvocatesStatus: hourly: $17.00- This position is for evening shift 4pm to midnight, Friday – Monday.Summary: Fairbanks Youth Advocates provides youth ages 12-18 emergency shelter at The Door in Alaska’s Interior. We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, and dedicated person to join our team. Youth advocates are responsible for the safety of the youth at The Door and provide supervision in cooperation with other staff and volunteers while building intentional relationships with youth and with fellow team members.Qualifications: Must have a high school diploma or a general educational development (GED) diploma.Can demonstrate an understanding, knowledge, or have experience with youth and adolescents.Must pass all required federal & state background checks.Can provide 3 references attesting to the good character, reputation, interpersonal, and professional skills of the applicant. None shall be related by blood or marriage.Must be 21 or older.Main Duties and Responsibilities: Builds intentional, positive relationships with youth and supports youth throughout the shift.Helps youth feel physically and emotionally safe by fostering an inclusive environment through managing disruptive behaviors and conflict, addressing bullying, and maintaining a sense of order.Assists youth in handling emergencies and difficult situations while fostering decision making and problem-solving skills and treating youth’s concerns with respect, tact, and sensitivity.Can convey with competence and sensitivity the key elements of healthy and safe living including healthy eating, exercising, basic hygiene, and avoiding risky behaviors.Performs client intakes and discharges, maintains accurate documentation, answers the phone, and assists in the operating needs of the shelter.Maintains confidentiality regarding the agency and youth accessing services.Communicates positively and respectfully with the community as well as with parents. guardians, caseworkers, social workers, and other agencies as appropriate.Facilitates compliance with and supports agency policies and procedures.Ensures that the shelter is clean, organized, and maintained.Participates in team meetings, staff training, and other opportunities for professional development.Assists in training, supervision, and orientation of volunteers when called upon.Communicates and clarifies all pertinent information to supervisor as well as to the oncoming shift during shift change.Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic knowledge and awareness of youth development (emotional, social, and cognitive needs)Basic knowledge of trauma-informed careExercises sound judgement in conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and mediation situationsAbility or experience in working with diverse populationsMust be self motivated and able to take initiative while valuing being part of a close-knit teamExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to carry up to 25 pounds up/down a flight of stairsIs CPR/First Aid certified or able to be obtained within 30 daysWork RemotelyNoScheduleFriday 4pm-midnightSaturday 4pm-midnightSunday 4pm-midnightMonday 4pm-midnightJob Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: From $17.00 per hourBenefits:Paid time offSchedule:8 hour shiftHolidaysWeekend availabilityApplication Question(s):Are you over the age of 21?Do you currently reside in the Fairbanks North Star Borough?Education:High school or equivalent (Required)Work Location: One location
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