YSIC Direct Care Staff
US-WA-Seattle
YMCA of Greater Seattle
Req #: 17551
Type: Temporary
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Overview: Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner. Job Summary The Direct Care Staff position is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team providing 24-hour shift supervision for youth and young adults, ages 16-18, in an Adolescent Transitional Living Program. In partnership with DCYF, this exciting new program will serve up to 5 young people at any one time and will focus on providing daily supervision, individualized support, age-appropriate interventions, developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive independent living skills activities, and preparation for independent housing with a trauma informed and empowering approach. This position is on site at our Northgate housing location. This position is with the Y Social Impact Center, the social services division of the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS), serving around 5,000 youth, young adults, and families every year in communities across King County, Pierce County, and various counties across WA. Through our programs we aim to strengthen young people's ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; establishing stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center's programs include homelessness prevention, housing, behavioral health, crisis response, foster care licensing, violence prevention, and employment. Since many of the young people we serve have been involved in the foster care, criminal justice, behavioral health, and/or homelessness systems, we truly value relatable lived experience of our staff and those applying for our positions as an asset. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This position is temporary and will fill a full time schedule for a minimum of 12 weeks from mid October to mid January. Schedule: 2pm-12am Monday-Thursday What you'll get from working at The Y * Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household * Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance * Retirement with generous employer contributions * Free access to mental health resources * Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) * Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services. * Some benefits only available to full-time staff Hiring Range: $24.00 - 27.00/hour Responsibilities: * Provides general support to young adults in education, employment/career development, housing, technology, or other designated field and supports them in achieving their goals. * Build strong relationships with Y program participants to effectively provide quality services. * Develops or assists development of individualized, strengths-based, youth-driven service plans. * Must understand contract/grant terms and conditions to ensure program outcome requirements are met and services rendered to young adults appropriately. * Maintains clear, professional, timely participant contact notes, service plans, progress updates, outcomes, and other documentation in designated databases. * Provide direct serve and referrals to with a focus on under-served populations in South King County area. * Teams effectively and collaboratively with YMCA staff and/or community partners to plan and facilitate activities, including visits to related resources in the community. * Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with funding liaisons, other service providers, businesses and/or educational institutions as related to specialized services. * Supports participant success in key domains such as safe and stable housing, permanent connections to supportive adults, education and employment, health and well-being, and life skills. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Code of Conduct for Applicants Qualifications: * Must have high school diploma/GED/HSEC * Minimum one year of experience working with teens or young adults in foster care, group care, housing, education, juvenile justice, anti-poverty, vocational support, mental health, chemical dependency and/or homelessness fields. * Must be 21 yrs. of age (unless between 18 and 21yrs and enrolled in an internship, as well as be supervised by a staff 21yrs of age or older.) * Ability to teach effective independence skills for a variety of learning styles and to plan supportive activities. * Strong youth engagement and relationship-building skills. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office. * Current state approved First Aid and CPR certification.* * Current approved HIV blood borne pathogens training.* *indicates it must be completed within 30 days of being hired. ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Associates or Bachelor's degree * Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). * Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful. Authorized Driver Preference: This role has the potential to transport clients as an "authorized driver" for the YMCA using an employer-provided vehicle. To become an authorized driver, you must be 21+, have had a driver's license for at least 3 years and with a driving record that meets Y standards (no more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years, no major incidents such as reckless driving, DUI/DWI, no tickets 20+ miles above the speed limit etc.). As driving roles are safety sensitive, you would also need pass a drug screen that will test for impairing substances including marijuana. *Due to state-specific reporting requirements in our fleet management system, we are not currently able to enroll California Driver's License holders as Authorized Drivers. You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you: * Thrive on working in a collaborative environment. * Are very adaptable. * Have high ownership and strong work ethic. * Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet. * Truly enjoy being of service to people. * Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together. * Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all. OUR MISSION Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body. OUR VALUES * Respect * Responsibility * Honesty * Caring * Passion for Excellence YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system. All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check in accordance with Washington's Fair Chance Act. Please download and review the below resources for more information: (i) The updated 2025 requirements of 49.94.010: https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=251099&hashed=1503034877 (ii) The WA attorney general's Washington fair chance act guide for employers and job applicants: https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?m
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