Youth Residential Counseling & Case Coordination Specialist

"WE CANNOT ALWAYS BUILD THE FUTURE FOR OUR YOUTH, BUT WE CAN BUILD OUR YOUTH FOR THE FUTURE."

FRANKLIN

D. ROOSEVELT

The Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of Washington'sat-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%.

Who we are:
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 www.mil.wa.gov/youth-academy.

What makes WYCA a great place to work?

• Work that matters-building character, enriching lives, one Cadet at a time!
• Leadership that empower sandsupports employees.
• A comprehensivebenefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.
• Public Service LoanForgiveness 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 growthand 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.
  • To include:
  • Contacts:Maintain monthly contact with each Cadet on assigned caseload during the 24-month Post-Residential Phase.
  • Data Management:Collect, store and record monthly source documentation of each Cadet’s placement activity; ensuring source documentation is complete, thorough and organized each month and all assigned Cadet contact, Cadet placement, and other required information is entered into the WYCA database in compliance with pre-determined timelines.
• 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 with youth/teens).

Skills / Abilities

• Good judgment in the communications and actions, cognizant always of how words or deeds can affect youth development, parental and community relations, and program integrity and reputation.
• Develop and deliver…