WYCA Post Residential Case Manager

Youth Academy Counseling & Coordination Specialist 1 (WYCA Post Residential Case Manager)

The Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of Washington's at-risk youth. We strive to unlock potential, foster success and empower young minds to create a better world. Come join us in our mission to help at-risk youth create a future with possibilities!

This job posting will remain open until filled and may be used to fill multiple positions. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and will be on-going. It is in the applicants' best interest to submit their application materials as early as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.

We invite you to apply for the position of Youth Academy Counseling & Coordination Specialist 1 (WYCA Post Residential Case Manager) where you will work in a diverse, inclusive, team-oriented environment while helping at-risk youth get their lives back on track. This position works under the supervision of the Program Manager (Case Management Supervisor) and is responsible for teaching and coaching goal setting and action planning with Cadets, promoting positive placement for Cadet graduates and tracking the post-residential activities and placement of the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy (WYCA) graduates.

Proficiency in Spanish is desired but not required. This position is also eligible for on-site, 24/7 facility premium pay of 5%.

The WYCA was established under the authority and guidelines of the National Guard Youth Challenge Program. It is a voluntary program which includes a 22-week residential academy followed by a 24-month post-residential phase. The purpose of the program is to provide a highly disciplined, safe and professional learning environment that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational levels and become responsible and productive Washingtonians.

To learn more about the Washington Military Department and the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

What makes WYCA a great place to work?

• Work that matters- building character, enriching lives, one Cadet at a time!
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees.
• A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit  for more information.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility.
• Tuition Discount! Washington State Employees are eligible for a 10% tuition discount with Western Governors University (WGU) for Bachelor's & Master's Degree programs in Business;
  Information Technology;
  Healthcare and Education.
• Support for employee growth and development.

Some of what you'll be doing:

• Prioritize and manage an assigned caseload of youth at the WYCA and track the placement of program graduates during the post residential phase.
• Deliver small and large group instruction on goal setting, action plan development, personal values exploration, and other life skills based on established curriculum.
• Provide ongoing support to Cadets to strengthen life skills during the post residential phase.

Required:

An Associate's or higher-level degree; OR Experience in casework, counseling, social services, teaching, marketing, public relations, human resource management, planning, directing and/or facilitating youth work activities; or experience in a related field will substitute for education on a year for year basis. Preferred/Desired

Qualifications:

Experience Six months of case management experience. Six months of youth-work experience (where primary function of the job was working directly…