Essential Functions: \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\u2022 Manage an assigned youth caseload in designated schools, using established case procedures.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Effectively build psychologically safe and affirming working relationships with assigned youth.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Using an equity lens, review educational history and systematically evaluate educational needs of each youth on your caseload through regular interaction with youth, caregiver, social worker, school staff and other service providers.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Assess each youth\u2019s needs using established measurement tools.<\/p>\n
\u2022 With each youth, establish and monitor progress on Student Centered Plan for High School completion and the future.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Acquire consent forms, collect school records, and administer required pre\/post tests on schedule.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Monitor Attendance, Behavior and Course Performance (ABC) for risk factors and facilitate interventions to address risks as necessary. Coach\/mentor youth on problem solving, self-advocacy, academic mindset, self-regulation, persistence, and positive behavior.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Inform and encourage each youth to be involved in appropriate school or community-based activities. Refer youth for resources to support education, social\/emotional development or other needs.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Provide advocacy around school enrollment and continuity, appropriate education services, and appropriate discipline.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Work closely with appropriate individuals\/groups to help ensure each youth\u2019s educational rights are upheld under federal and Washington State law.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Schedule and facilitate interagency meetings, negotiate services, facilitate transportation plans, assist with credit transfer or retrieval, negotiate disciplinary appeals, etc.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Manage effective working relationships at assigned school buildings with school personnel.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Develop and support an appropriate team for every youth by building effective ongoing relationships with social workers, caregivers, school staff and other collaborators.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Maintain complete, accurate and updated case records for each youth in programs database.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Provide reports to social workers and caregivers.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Secondary Functions:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\u2022 Provide recommendations on success stories to represent organizational mission upon request.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Attend all-staff and team meetings.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Supervise assigned volunteers to support the needs of youth on your caseload.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Support overall Treehouse operations as an ambassador for the mission.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Attend trainings and workshops as requested.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Other duties as assigned.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\nRequired<\/strong><\/p>\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Special Education, General Education, School Counseling, or Social Services related field OR equivalent work experience.<\/p>\n
\u2022 2 years\u2019 experience providing youth development (i.e. mentoring, afterschool programing, tutoring etc.), educational or social services support to youth.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Experience providing affirming and engaging support services to youth and caregivers from diverse and traditionally underserved or historically marginalized populations, including students of color, low-income students, or students with disabilities.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ability to set boundaries and utilize support services to manage personal impact of working with youth who have been placed at risk.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ability to maintain records and data to support effective evaluation processes and analysis, and use program data to inform decision making and service delivery strategies.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Regular attendance and punctuality required.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Demonstrated ability to build positive, authentic and effective working relationships with individuals of various ages, cultures, socioeconomic backgrounds and abilities.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ability and aptitude with Microsoft Office Suite and other technology necessary for successful day-to-day functioning in business environment.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Reliable transportation, and if driving on Treehouse business, a current driver’s license and at least minimum WA State driver insurance coverage is required.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must clear nationwide criminal background check and driving record background check.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Preferred<\/strong><\/p>\n\u2022 Fluent in Spanish (both verbal and written) and deep knowledge of Hispanic\/Latinx culture with experience building positive and affirming relationships with youth.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Deep knowledge of one or more Washington State Indigenous Nations cultures and histories with experience building positive and affirming relationships with youth.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Working knowledge of Indian Child Welfare Act, or first-hand, lived experience.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Professional experience working with or advocating for youth experiencing foster care or youth from other vulnerable populations.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Deep knowledge of and connection to Yakama and\/or Yakima County community area, including supporting or training youth in indigenous cultural practices and\/or community activities such as rodeo or athletics.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Knowledge of educational and community resources available to promote educational attainment for youth.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must thrive working independently outside of a business office while maintaining relationships with coworkers and managers.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Desire to make meaningful investment in the community.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Physical and Mental Requirements:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n1.\u00a0Mental Effort \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Requires attention to detail, interacting with others in-person, through email, and via web conferencing, using critical thinking and listening skills, and active participation at meetings.<\/p>\n2.\u00a0Physical Requirements\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 May include long periods of sitting, working on a computer, using on the phone, working with other office\/computer equipment, attending meetings.<\/p>\n3.\u00a0Working Conditions\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 This position primarily works remotely and independently at multiple school and public settings. \u00a0Frequently visits and attends meetings in a business office environment. \u00a0The Treehouse office building is a dog friendly work environment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n