Prevention Specialist

Description

Matrix Human Services is Educating Children, Supporting Families and Rebuilding Neighborhoods in Detroit.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL BE A PART OF WITH JOINING MATRIX

• Over 30 program locations throughout Detroit and surrounding areas
• 20,000+ individuals benefiting from Matrix services every year
• The largest Head Start Program in the city of Detroit
• The largest HIV treatment and prevention program in Detroit
• After school youth services and academic enrichment
• Workforce Development and Financial Literacy Programs
• Housing Education and Home Buying Assistance
• Healthy Senior Living Program

FOCUS ON PERSONAL AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. Tuition Assistance. Professional Development Support. In-House Learning and Professional Development Platform.
WE EMBRACE WORK LIFE BALANCE. Vacation Banks. Paid Holidays.

• Medical/Rx.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• Life/AD&D Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Combine Short- & Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 403(b) Retirement Account.

CEO Starr Allen-Pettway has been honored by the Michigan Chronicle as a distinguished nonprofit leader in Southeast Michigan.

• Positive Attitude
• Always Learning
• Results Through Accountability
• Building Relationships

The duties of the Prevention Specialist will be to work, plan, coordinate, and provide individual and group intervention and prevention services to at-risk youth, ages 7-17. This includes a specific focus in preventing and addressing homelessness, at‑risk behavior, and those in danger of entering the juvenile justice system.

• Plan, coordinate and provide a range of activities for youth including group and individual counseling; academic assistance; mentoring; career development activities, computer skills; recreational activities; cultural activities; community service activity; arts and crafts; field trips; and speakers and presentations
• After school hours, weekends, and evenings may will be required. This includes 8-12 hours of direct service with clients
• Keep accurate data/progress notes regarding clients
• Conduct assessments, screening, and interviews with clients
• Maintain case files including intake forms; assessment data; client release forms; attendance and participation forms and all progress notes
• Maintain strict confidentiality concerning information gained through client interviews and program participation
• Maintain a caseload of clients as assigned by the Program Manager
• Develop individual case plans for each client assigned
• Ensure resident records are in accordance with the Department of Community Justice, COA licensure and Matrix PQI standards
• Participate in staff meetings and any other meetings necessary for doing the job
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  Works with youth to goals and provide case management services as needed
• Prepares and facilitates appropriate academic activities (including homework completion.)?
• Provides direct academic support to designated students?????

• A Bachelor’s Degree (or set to graduate within three months with a BA) in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or socially is required with preferably one year of relevant experience (volunteer and/or paid) working with young adults/youth?
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License
• Able to work flexible hours
• Strong writing skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to travel to local schools and local community activities??
• Youth Career Development/Workforce Development/Career Exploration experience preferred
• Full proficiency in Microsoft suite including:
  Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point
• Experience using search engines and databases to complete case notes, find resources, and help students with research assignments as needed.
• Ability to take ownership and showcase interpersonal skillset
• Highly effective problem solving ability?
• Self-driven with the ability to recognize improvement on processes and take initiative to execute changes
• Focused attention to detail, well-organized and demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple-tasks, achieve desired results and adapt favorably to changing priorities
• Be flexible and available to interact with employees at all levels
• Excelle…