Evening​/Swing Youth Specialist - Bridge Pointe

Union Status

Union Status: This position is represented by the OPEIU bargaining unit. All employment terms follow the collective bargaining agreement. New union hires are placed at starting pay; salary negotiation is not permitted.

The Youth Specialist supports Friends of Youth’s mission by providing trauma-informed, strength-based, and youth-centered support to young adults residing in the Bridge Pointe Program. This 24/7 residential program serves young adults (ages 18–24) recently discharged from inpatient behavioral health care. Youth Specialists play a central role in fostering a stable, healing-centered environment that is designed to empower young adults to transition into long-term housing and independence.

This position works collaboratively with behavioral health providers, case managers, and peer support employees to provide wraparound care tailored to the individual's needs.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, hourly

Reports To: Supervisor – Bridge Pointe

Schedule: Friday – Tuesday 4pm–12:30am

• Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for young adults through trauma-informed and culturally responsive care.
• Provide emotional support, monitor resident wellbeing, and assist young adults in navigating day-to-day challenges.
• Support and engage young adults in developing and practicing independent living skills (e.g., meal preparation, hygiene, budgeting, medication management).
• Respond to conflicts or crises using de-escalation techniques in alignment with program protocols.
• Maintain a calm and professional demeanor.
• Encourage participation in house meetings, community activities, and life skills workshops.

• Maintain facility cleanliness and safety through regular walkthroughs and adherence to house schedules.
• Ensure client belongings and prescribed medications are stored securely and documented per policy.
• Complete routine room checks, secure entry/exit points, and ensure program rules are followed respectfully.
• Collaborate with employees across shifts to ensure continuity of care and consistent communication.

• Accurately document shift notes, incident reports, and young adult updates using the agency’s case management system (e.g., Salesforce).
• Complete intake, orientation, and discharge tasks in collaboration with case management and clinical teams.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing employee development opportunities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of MS365 Power Platform.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must satisfactorily pass a criminal history check.
• Must pass a tuberculosis (TB) test within the past year.
• Must successfully complete the following health certification requirements within 30 days of employment:
  Food Handler’s, CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens training.
• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license or be able to obtain one by date of employment.

• Able to engage with diverse populations in a culturally responsive manner.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, honoring diverse characteristics and expressions of personal identity.
• Strong commitment to Friends of Youth’s mission, vision, and values.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Able to maintain strong personal and professional boundaries.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with youth.
• Able to separate personal beliefs and values from those of youth.
• Proficient skill set with Microsoft Office programs.

• Generous time off including 15 vacation days per year, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays2 social justice leave days per year for full-time employees.
• Health insurance package including medical, dental, vision, 24/7 access to telehealth, long term disability and life insurance.
• Retirement plan with match.
• Transgender health benefits.

Friends of Youth is committed to equity and creating a diverse and inclusive work environment as an equal opportunity employer. We welcome, honor, and celebrate our clients, colleagues, and communities’ diverse identities and cultures.

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