Youth Development Specialist - Community Based Outreach; CBO

POSITION TITLE:

Youth Development Specialist - Community Based Outreach (CBO)

DEPARTMENT:
Family Intervention Services - Community Based Residential Services/Safe Place

RESPONSIBLE TO:
Safe Place Coordinator

FLSA STATUS:
Non-exempt

DATE:
September 2024

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is a spiritual regeneration of all people.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by love for God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

"To provide youth with skills for a healthy life, and instill purpose, hope and vision to youth and their families."

The Youth Development Specialist (YDS) for the Community Based Outreach services (CBO) is a non-exempt full‑time regular position. CBO provides services to at‑risk youth in the community and is a component of the Safe Place initiative and Community Based Residential Services. CBO offers a broad array of services targeting at‑risk youth, including intake/assessment, crisis intervention, outreach, case management, counseling, group activities, referrals, and follow‑up services.

The YDS will carry out those services through the essential functions described in this description and is supervised by the Safe Place Coordinator.

• BA degree in human services or related field with one‑year job‑related experience, or AS degree in Human Services or related field with three years job‑related experience, or one year experience as Program Assistant with FIS programming, or combination of education and experience to meet position requirements.
• Valid Hawaii driver’s license.
• Valid TB clearance and Pre‑Employment Medical Clearance.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• DHS FBI/Criminal History & CAN, and Salvation Army background clearances.
• MVR records check, must meet Authorized Driving standards of the Salvation Army.

• Provide community‑based outreach services to at‑risk youth in schools, family settings, and community, connect youth and families to resources and services, and work with the respective communities assigned to assess their needs and resources.
• Provide crisis intervention services to youth and families.
• Perform intake/assessment, develop service plans, and provide appropriate services to youth and families.
• Implement group activities for youth clients with emphasis on life skills training such as problem solving, career/employment development, decision‑making, communication skills, and similar positive youth development activities.
• Provide case management services as indicated and assist youth and families to utilize community resources.
• Utilize a risk‑focused prevention approach and provide appropriate prevention/intervention services utilizing a Youth Development Strategy.
• Monitor youth's progress in school, community, work and home.
• Serve as a role model and mentor to youth and family.
• Provide individual and family counseling as indicated, with emphasis on family preservation.
• Maintain case records for each client, documenting reason for referral, assessment, service plan and services provided.
• Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly/annual reports on activities, counseling or services.
• Attend all staff meetings, training, conferences, workshops as requested or scheduled.
• Maintain professional worker/client/staff relationships.
• Be available during after hours and weekends to respond to crisis situations as needed.
• Support the Safe Spaces initiative, including providing services for youth that may be referred by the community and educating the community and youth about Safe Place.
• Provide case management and/or follow‑up care for youth in emergency shelter placement or leaving placement as needed.
• Provide transportation for clients as required.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Willing to accept and implement The Salvation Army philosophy.
• Sound judgment, dependability, understanding,…