Benefits:
Competitive salary
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
The primary role of the Weekend Coordinator is to provide comprehensive strengths based Shelter services to homeless LGBTQQ youth 13-17 years living in Casa Q. Oversee 24/7 shelter daily programming , transportation, immediate problem solving, referral and general education on LGBTQQ youth services. Co-facilitate prevention, networking and educational sessions for community resources to provide education to the community and promote awareness of the issues affecting LGBTQQ homeless and runaway youth. Work with 8 young people and their case management team to create an individualized and comprehensive treatment plan that is strengths-based, young person-led and updated regularly.
Monday, Thursday, Friday:3pm-11pm Saturday, Sunday 12pm-8pm.
Full-time
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Guide youth and team towards curious, holistic, and strengths-based goal setting and problem solving
Ability to teach and model life skills.
Keep completed and consistent detailed documentation on each individual.
Exercise tact and sensitivity in facilitating team dynamics.
Embody and model CasaQ’s values and approaches, which includes: Positive Youth Development, The Nurtured Heart Approach, cultural awareness and honoring and trauma informed with both young people, families and community members.
Help young people work on personal goals on their individualized service plans in coordination with Casa Q Services, continuum of care as well as leverage relevant community resources as needed; Weekend Coordinator must participate in collaborative service planning and weekly House meetings (wrap-around team meetings.)
Prepare 3 meals daily,
Assist with “house chores” cleaning and organization of workspace and communal areas.
Schedule and coordinate all youth outings, cultural and educational events.
Provide crisis prevention, intervention and safety planning services, along with stress management and life skills development including assisting young people in applying for and obtaining benefits and housing.
Works closely with community behavioral health providers and internal personal service teams to ensure coordinated and effective services.
Provides an intensive array of services and supports, including housing and basic needs assistance, physical health care, benefits assistance, and referral to integrated mental health services.
Adheres to laws regarding confidentiality and reporting requirements and maintains necessary compliance documentation.
Provides case management, mental health services, independent life skills development and housing services to LGBTQQ youth 13-18 years of age in New Mexico.
Develops and maintains good relationships with LGBTQQ clients.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develops and maintains volunteer program to include recruitment and processing of volunteers, managing volunteers and tracking and reporting volunteer hours
Provides shift coverage for program/site staff and performs duties in the milieu which may include desk coverage, cooking, and cleaning.
Provides transportation and accompaniment to client appointments in the community.
Participates in organizational meetings( Wraparound team meetings , monthly all-staff, , client review, etc)
Provides services when and where clients need them; evenings and weekends will be required when program needs dictate.
Responsible for supporting program services within the milieu. For example, crisis intervention or helping to maintain the safety of the program.
Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL & LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
Passion for Casa Q’s mission and vision.
Exceptional organizational skills with reliability and consistency in work performance.
Flexibility with a team player mentality.
Ability to work with minimal to moderate supervision.
Good judgment with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor with great interpersonal and communication skills.
Capability to learn quickly.
A thorough understanding of confidentiality and discretion and a working knowledge of HIPAA.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other web based software solutions.
Requires ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver, and reposition 25 lbs.
Ability to reach, bend and walk.
Ability to comprehend complex materials.
Ability to speak and write English clearly and accurately.
Bi-Lingual/Spanish preferred
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree or 2-3 years of experience working with LGBTQQ youth in a shelter and/or transitional/supportive housing program.
BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE :
Experience working with strength-based, restorative justice, trauma informed care practices, and client centered models.
Working knowledge of issues facing homeless and at-risk LGBTQQ youth.
Must comply with Federal Background check requirements
Must provide COVID vaccine information,
Valid driver’s license with clear DMV record.