Youth Intervention Specialist

SUMMARY

The Youth Intervention Specialist (YIS), in cooperation with the Education Assistant, Education Department Manager, and other Tribal Staff is responsible for planning and developing a youth program that meets the directives of the GTB Education LLL Sub-Department. The Youth Intervention Specialist will provide appropriate activities for the youth serviced by the Tribal Satellite area. The YIS is a role model and advocate for the youth and must have a commitment to excellence and caring when working with tribal member children.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED certificate required.
• Associates degree is required in social work, education or related field *
• 1-3 years' experience working with Native American Youth.
• Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.
• Must have and maintain current CPR/First Aid certification.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work a scheduled 40-hour week, during appropriate hours based on the youth programs that will include evening and weekends or scheduled by supervisor. The schedule is from noon-9pm.
• Comply with all GTB policies & procedures including the GTB Children's Code.
• To be in compliance with the Privacy Act and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality of participants served by the program.
• To collaborate with Tribal programs, local, state and state agencies.
• Coordinate with the Youth Services task force staff and other GTB staff to assist in fulfilling participants' service strategies.
• Will work at planned youth activities and is responsible for maintaining a 1:5 youth ratio off-site & 1:10 on-site for supervision, or as required by program.
• Attend training when necessary.
• To recruit youth between the ages of 5-19 in coordination with the Education Life Long Learning Program staff. Outreach and home visits as required encouraging participation in program activities.
• To maintain personal standards of high character and serve as a positive role model for Native American Youth.
• To coordinate with other agencies to provide a work experience opportunity for youth to participate in after-school and during the summer.
• Arrange for pick up of participants as needed or scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned that related to the continuing delivery of service.

OTHER

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated in the seven grandfather teachings.
• Exceptional detail and follow-up skills.
• General proficiency in computer literacy, preferably in Windows, Word, Excel, and use of associated peripherals, and other Microsoft office products.
• Basic general proficiency in 10-key and other office equipment.
• Basic math skills
• Ability to effectively establish priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Native Americans and their families.
• Must be able to provide accurate communication in regards to required narrative reports.
• Must be able to collect and present data.
• Must be professional with youths, families and community.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED certificate required.
• Associate's degree is required in social work, education or related field*
• 1-3 years' experience working with Native American Youth.
• CPR/First Aid Certification

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise youth program site workers/volunteers.
• Monitor youth participants and document progress.
• Working with high maintenance youth.

• Must have a valid unrestricted Driver's license and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.
• Must have reliable transportation
• A Chauffeurs License is necessary to drive tribal vehicles to transport youth.
• Local travel is frequently required.
• Out-of-town travel is occasionally required.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Involves sedentary and physically active work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force and/or negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Occasionally requires lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Regularly requires working with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm.
• Regularly requires repetitive movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Occasionally requires walking or moving about to accomplish tasks.
• Occasionally requires standing and/or sitting for sustained periods of time.

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS

Must be able to exercise good judgment regarding the following:

• When and how to respond to requests for mentoring youth and/or staff.
• Must have the patience to work with children and participate in the program.
• Must be able to tolerate noise level of our tribal youth.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor and outdoor settings

COMMENTS

Native American preference will apply. Must be willing and able to pass a background investigation and a drug and alcohol urinalysis as a condition of employment. Adherence to strict company policy in regard to confidentiality is a must.

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