at National Youth Advocate Program in Steger, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Youth Counselor RYIS
Location: Steger, IL Position Summary Responsible in providing evidence-informed, age-appropriate youth intervention services in the following areas: Mentoring, Caregiver Involvement, Safe Place Programming, Life Skills, Employment Readiness and Development to the highest-risk Greater Illinois communities. Hours: 11am – 7pm Compensation: $16 per hour Responsibilities The Youth Counselor will perform duties including, but not limited to:+ Provide individual and group mentoring sessions to youth participants.
+ Develop and implement violence prevention programs and workshops.
+ Conduct assessments to identify the needs and strengths of each participant.
+ Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for youth.
+ Collaborate with schools, families, and community organizations to coordinate services and support for participants.
+ Provide group curriculum geared toward program outcomes.
+ Effective group facilitation with behavior management skills.
+ Maintain accurate records of mentoring sessions, progress notes, and any other required documentation.
+ Facilitate conflict resolution and provide crisis intervention as needed.
+ Educate youth about the effects of violence and teach coping strategies and conflict management skills.
+ Plan and lead activities that promote social skills, self-esteem, and positive peer relationships.
+ Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications+ HS Diploma/GED Required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
+ 5-10 years of experience in victim services, outreach services, community programs, criminal justice or related experience.
+ Specialized training in assisting victims of violence crimes is desirable.
Other Skills+ Must be able to embrace working as a diverse team both effectively and respectfully with persons of any background, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, ability, national origin, or culture.
+ Provide excellent internal and external customer service.
+ Must possess good verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
+ The working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this class.
+ The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, balance, bend at the waist, crouch, kneel, twist, use foot controls, and operate a motor vehicle. The employee must frequently lift carry and/or push/pull up to twenty pounds (20 lbs.).
+ The employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear.
+ The employee is frequently required to use hands to grasp, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
+ The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud.
+ Works in outdoor weather conditions.
Driving and Vehicle Requirements+ Valid driver’s license
+ Reliable personal transportation
+ Good driving record
+ Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability
If this describes YOU, please apply today! www.nyap.org/employment Who We Are National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency. We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth, and families. Working At NYAP+ Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
+ Time Off Based on Hours worked.
+ Partial holiday pay for all 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
+ Summer Hours Off (Half day Friday’s)
+ Tuition Assistance
+ Work Anniversary Trips!
+ Mileage reimbursement
+ Flexible schedule for some positions
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.Who We Are
National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth, and families.
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