SF TAY Lead

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Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team. About First Place for Youth, were a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing.

We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.

Why Work at First Place For Youth:

Meaningful Impact:
Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood.

Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.

Innovative Approach:
We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and youll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.

Collaborative and Supportive Environment:
Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.

Comprehensive Benefits:
We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.

Culture of Diversity and Inclusion:
We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The SF TAY Lead is responsible to ensure high quality services and effective daily operations of Transition Age Youth (TAY) Single Site Programs including Mercy and John Burton Housing. These programs provide direct supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness aged 1824-year-old at entry, building skills development in tenancy, financial literacy, education, employment, and healthy living for independent living preparedness, as well as crises interventions.

The SF TAY Lead is responsible to ensure program outcomes, train and support in best practice implementation, cultivate external opportunities and partnerships promoting youth in reaching self-sufficiency, triage and lead in conflict resolution and crises support, coordinate with contract partner stakeholders and supervise direct-service case managers and workforce coach. The SF Tay Lead provides leadership congruent with agency policy, values and mission, completes contract reports as required, and leads projects or functions as assigned.

This work is done at Mercy and John Burton Housing Single Sites, and in the community in person. All locations offer services during the business week, predominantly during business hours. This position is expected to be onsite at the various locations a minimum of 4 days a week and provide support to the team in the community as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Operations Lead assigned programs and projects to ensure compliance with program, agency, and regulatory policy. Provide leadership and guidance to staff on all components and processes of First Place for Youth with emphasis on assigned programs and projects. Provide oversight and compliance checks to ensure accuracy and integrity of all documentation, reviewing data to monitor quality of services and guide support areas Participate in the ongoing development, evaluation, and refinement of service delivery including field training and support to ensure quality and effectiveness of services.

Ensure high fidelity to First Place for Youth standards and competencies among staff. In collaboration with Manager, support budgeting, contract control, reporting and renewal, and all aspects of…