Prevention & Early Intervention

Youth Development Worker

 

Family Health & Support Network (FHSN), an Equal Opportunity Employer, is a private non-profit 501(c) (3).  FHSN is in search of a qualified Youth Development Worker. 

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Potential candidates must have knowledge of and expertise in African culture and Africentric perspectives. The Youth Development Worker shall co-facilitate the Africentric Youth & Family Rites of Passage program in accordance to the approved program design.  The YDW shall plan and coordinate all ROP activities including, speakers, transportation, workshops, presentations, community expert appearances, food preparation and service, elder participation, field trips and outings, retreats and monthly parent empowerment meetings.

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The Youth Development Worker must possess and demonstrate a heightened consciousness of how African-American youth experience their uniqueness and deal with their differences, adversities and fears.  The YDW must have a genuine connection and be able to draw from his/her own life experiences with a unique understanding of the interworking of the African-American culture as well as the tribe/community where the program will be facilitated.  Interpersonal skills are absolutely critical in achieving desired outcomes.  The YDW must have the ability to lead negotiations in a competitive and sometimes adversarial environment. At all times the YDW must represent the character the program wishes to instill in our youth.

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Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

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• A Bachelor’s Degree or higher with some background in child development or;

Three years of experience in community leadership/involvement and outreach, with an emphasis on serving children, youth and families within an African-American community using an afro-centric approach to programming. 

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• Self starter, organized, computer literate, and possess excellent interpersonal communication skills.

 

• Posses strong connectivity in the community with an ability to access resources and the cooperation of community leaders, experts, and supporters.

 

• Must possess and demonstrate a heightened consciousness of how African-Americans experience their uniqueness and deal with their differences, adversities, and fears within the larger social context.

 

The successful candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check; child abuse index check and an FBI background check.  Experience in MS Office products is essential and knowledge and experience in social media is desired.

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A balance of assertiveness and diplomacy is critical, as are effective listening skills and the ability to collaborate with a team of professionals. The capability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing is essential and the ability to work with groups of diverse personalities is important. The ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the community and contractors is essential.

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Desirable personal qualities include a “Get the job done” attitude, self-direction, enthusiasm, and a highly developed service orientation. Also, potential candidates must have a genuine passion for advocating for the needs of children and families. 

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To apply for this position:

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Only qualified individuals need to apply. Email resume and cover letter to saustin@fhsnet.org

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Please visit the Family Health & Support Network, Inc., website at: www.fhsnet.org before applying.

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Bilingual Resource Family Recruiter – Part-time

 

We believe every child deserves to be loved.

 

Family Health & Support Network, Inc. has provided compassionate foster care services to vulnerable children and youth since 2004 and we continue to grow. Our growth has allowed us to expand in three key areas: Foster Care, Prevention & Early Intervention, and K-12 Academic Academy.

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We are looking for an individual that is ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of children, youth, and families. Must have significant recruiting experience with a proven track record of delivery.

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Position Summary

The bilingual (English and Spanish) Resource Family Recruiter works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families served by working closely with prospective Resource Families throughout the pre-certification process.

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Responsibilities

The Resource Family Recruiter will perform duties including, but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the Family Health & Support Network Inc’s Program’s Mission, Values, and Philosophies.

• Conducts public relations activities in the communities where FHSN serves on behalf of our foster care programs through the media, publications, and other initiatives.

• Works directly with the CEO and Facility Administrator to design and develop a comprehensive recruitment plan.

• Produce flyers, advertising, and informational brochures for use in public relations activities in the counties where FHSN is present and in counties where the mission of the FHSN is to begin.

• Works directly with community leaders in fostering the mission of the Family Health & Support Network, Inc’s Foster Care Programs.

• Works directly with potential foster parents in meeting state pre-service training requirements.

• Works directly with potential foster parents in assisting them with completing all paperwork necessary to become a resource parent.

• Meet for supervision with the Facility Administrator a minimum of twice monthly.

• Serve as a resource coordinator in helping foster parents seek all training opportunities available through FHSN and in the community.

• Develop and implement an ongoing foster home recruitment plan and submit monthly reports of community actions and response to the CEO and Facility Administrator.

• Maintain professional boundaries, conduct and confidentiality and other governmental laws and regulations, agency policy, and ethics.

• Manage all social media advertisements relative to resource family recruitment, i.e., Facebook, Instagram, etc.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in the behavioral/social sciences

• 2 years experience in the area of youth services, preferably with direct experience in the area of child welfare, or foster care recruitment and training.

• Must have the ability to speak publicly regarding the mission of the Family Health & Support Network, Inc.’s programs and most specifically the Foster Care programs.

• Department of Justice, FBI, and Child Abuse Index clearance. Current driver’s license, car registration, auto insurance, and good driving record.

• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines, and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.

 

Other Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, English and Spanish.

• Capacity to be flexible and responsive to foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.

• Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function.

• Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others.

• Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from all cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

• Must be comfortable with public speaking.

• Must be a go-getter!

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Pay range: 20.00 – 25.00 hourly depending on experience.

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If this describes YOU, please apply today!

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saustin@fhsnet.org