Direct Care Floater

* This position is Part-time Temporary Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team. About First Place for Youth, We’re a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing.

We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.

Why Work at First Place For Youth:

Meaningful Impact:
Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood.

Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.

Innovative Approach:
We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and you’ll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.

Collaborative and Supportive Environment:
Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.

Comprehensive Benefits:
We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.

Culture of Diversity and Inclusion:
We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Direct Care Floater is responsible for providing direct youth supportive service coverage during times a position is open and temporary staff leave. Floater staff will support Youth Advocate (Case Manager), Education and Employment Specialist, and Housing Specialist position to provide case management, skills development, assessment, crisis management and implementation of intervention strategies that directly support youth to build skills towards independent living.

The Floater staff is active in developing, supporting and implementing an individualized, strength ‘based, culturally competent, youth-centered approach. A successful Floater staff understands how to motivate, coach, and mentor young adults to achieve goals while transitioning into adult lives from the foster care system. The Direct Care Floater position is part of a pool authorized to work up to 29 hours per week when an assignment becomes available.

No hours are guaranteed on an ongoing basis. and depends on the needs of the organization. After completing required training, individuals in this role will be contacted to fill in when scheduling needs or vacancies arise. This position also requires ongoing availability for onsite and community-based assignments during regular business hours, Monday through Friday

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Direct Care and Interventions 35%
In-residence visits are mandatory as outlined in the program guidelines

Provide direct care to an assigned caseload of youth in person, via video calls and via phone throughout the community.

Support in developing goals and working towards goal obtainment in partnership with each youth.

Gathers and analyzes on-going information to ensure youth safety, well-being and progress towards goals.

Provides on-going assessment of youth well-being and develops plans to ensure safety and de-escalate crisis as needed.

Provides direct support, coaching, mentoring and interventions to increase youth self-sufficiency and goal attainment. Case Management/Coordination 35%
Collaborates with community providers including county workers, courts, professionals, vocational and independent living skills programs, schools, family members and significant…