Youth Engagement Support Staff- TLP; RLH) Overnight

Youth Engagement Support Staff- TLP (RLH) Overnight

The Youth Engagement Support Staff (YESS) will possess excellent communication and organizational skills and provide support to young people that is strength-based, trauma-informed and harm reduction focused. The YESS will model our mission of providing absolute respect and unconditional love to all young people and will value working within a multi-disciplinary team to create a safe, inclusive environment for all.

The YESS is responsible for continuous youth engagement, activities, and implementation of youth identified success plan goals. Other functions include crisis intervention and de-escalation, documentation in multiple databases, and facilitation of assigned activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Sociology, Social Work or related field preferred.
• Preferred experience with young people ages 18-24 experiencing homelessness or human trafficking and or lived experience. Knowledge of public benefits and community in NJ.
• Must be a self-starter and team player with the ability to work well with others. Knowledge of adolescent development and ability to build positive rapport with young people. Excellent communication skills as demonstrated by concise, timely and professional correspondence, both written and verbal. Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.
• Must have a valid NJ driver’s license and good driving record. May need to transport clients/staff if required using agency transportation.

Applicant Must be available to work the following schedule:
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10:00PM
-8:00AM;

Days off:
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday

Hourly Rate $21.77